Name: _____________________________________________________ section: ____________________ score: ________/17 points
Medieval Times Primary Source Readings
Medieval Fairs and Markets
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1. Describe what a medieval market was like in 3 sentences or less. You must use the words
merchant(s), animals(s), and booth(s). Underline these words in your answer.
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Magna Carta
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2. The Magna Carta limits the power of the ________________________ and protected the rights of
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3. Explain, in 3 sentences of less, how the Magna Carta advanced individual liberties (freedoms). Cite
at least one example in your explanation.
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Feudalism
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4. In 3 sentences max, describe the purpose of Feudal Contracts and what type of information was
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The Crusades
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5. Explain the purpose of Pope Urban II and Saladin’s speeches. What were their goals?
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Chivalry
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6. Explain the term chivalry in your own words. ____________________________________________________________
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7. Now, look up the term chivalry in the dictionary. Write the definition. _______________________________
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Illuminated Manuscripts
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8. Illuminations were used primarily in _____________________ texts.
9. In 25 words or less, describe an Illuminated manuscript. ________________________________________________
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Wrapping it up
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10. What is a Primary Source? ________________________________________________________________________________
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11. List at least 3 examples of a primary source (ex: journal entry) _______________________________________
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12. Why are primary sources important to help us understand history? __________________________________
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