Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
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There will be three levels to choose from. Your grade will be determined by your choice and output of the level
you do.
● Basic Level (up to 16/20 points which is equivalent to 80%)
○ This is a one-dimensional project. A drawing or sketch of a topic that is flat
● Proficient Level (up to 18/20 points which is equivalent to 90%)
○ This is a two-dimensional project which has perspective
● Higher Level (up to 20/20 points which is equivalent to 100%)
○ This is a 3-dimensional project which requires you to construct a model of your subject
Higher-level projects are more difficult and carry a higher level of honor, prestige, and points.
Except for Basic Level projects, you must put things in your own words. This includes physically typing or
writing them yourself, as well as not copying the exact words that someone else has written. Failure to put
things in your own words will give you an automatic zero points on all writing-related sections of the project.
PLEASE NOTE that it is very easy for me to find the web page from which a student plagiarizes a project.
Don’t do it!
You will have to research your topic and look information up for all Level projects. The information is not going
to be in your head. Some of the information may be in your textbook, but you can look for the rest of it on the
Internet, in encyclopedias, or at the library. See me if you don’t know what a library is. You will be required to
have 3 Valid sources and must cite them.
Neatness and artistic presentation count as part of the grade!
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project will be due on ________________ .
** A Basic Level or Proficient Level Project’s Maximum Score can INCREASE to the next level’s maximum
score by including a separate one-page written report about your subject/topic.
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Basic Level
(80% - Maximum Score)
Proficient Level
(18/20 or 90% - Maximum Score)
Higher Level
(20/20 or 100% - Maximum Score)
One dimensional – drawing / sketch. Flat
with no perspective. Ideas are below:
Two dimensional – drawings have to have
perspective. Ideas are below:
Three dimensional – which means you
must produce an actual object.
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The Wars of Yore: Illustrate, label and
describe at least five medieval weapons
and/or siege devices. This project will be
done on a backboard or a backboard-like
substance.
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The Medieval Castle: Illustrate with
dimension, label and describe the parts of
a typical medieval castle. (If you’d like,
you may choose to research the earlier
“Motte and Bailey” type.) This project will
be done on a backboard or a backboardlike substance.
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The Siege Engine I: Make a working
model of a catapult, trebuchet, or ballista.
In a separate one-page report, describe
the history, uses and construction of the
device. (Note: your device’s ability to hit a
six-inch target from six feet away at least
once in three attempts is a requiremnt)
This project must fit on the top of a school
desk.
A Monk’s Life: Illustrate, label and
describe the daily activities of a medieval
monk. Use pages 270-271. This project
will be done on a backboard or a
backboard-like substance.
Knights vs. Samurai: Illustrate, label
and describe the similarities and
differences in the armor, weapons, fighting
styles and beliefs of samurai and knights.
Use pages 248-251 and your binder. This
project will be done on a backboard or a
backboard-like substance.
Medieval Society: Illustrate, label and
describe the levels of medieval European
society. Use page 243. This project will be
done on a backboard or a backboard-like
substance.
The Medieval Knight: Illustrate with
dimension, label and describe the
weapons and armor of a medieval knight.
Identify the various parts of the armor.
This project will be done on a backboard
or a backboard-like substance.
The Medieval Manor: Illustrate with
dimension, label and describe the parts of
a medieval manor. Use pages 244-245.
This project will be done on a backboard
or a backboard-like substance.
The Seige Engine II: Make a working
model of a siege tower or a battering ram.
In a separate one-page report, describe
the history, uses and construction of the
device. This project must fit on the top of a
school desk.
The Quintain: Make a working model of
this knight's training device. In a separate
one-page report, describe the history,
uses and construction of the device.
Biography of Famous Person during
Medieval Period: Research a famous
person that lived in Medieval Europe.
Write a one-page report describing the
person’s life and the importance of this
person to the medieval period. Create a
puppet or model (or dress up as)
representing the person you studied.
Name: _____________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project: Progress Checks
Date
Jan. 15
Jan. 22
Jan. 25
Jan. 26
Feb. 5
Feb. 12
Progress Check (Each progress check is worth 5pts)
Project is introduced
1. Your Project Choice – SIGNED BY PARENT
2. Sketch of your Project – SIGNED OFF BY Mrs. Wright
3. List of materials you have and those still needed – SIGNED BY PARENT
4. What is COMPLETED and what still needs to be done – SIGNED BY PARENT
5. PROJECT DUE DATE – Presentation will begin
GRADING CRITERIA
Project Title ______________________________
Level: Basic (16/20 or 80% - Maximum Score)
Proficient (18/20 or 90% - Maximum Score)
Higher / Advanced (20/20 or 100% - Maximum Score)
Medieval Project Rubric
4
Visual
Written
Report
Historical and
Factual
Accuracy
Three-dimensional – an
actual object was produced.
Electronic project was
completed with high-level of
difficulty
A One-Page written report is
included. Facts and details
are integrated into the report.
There are no spelling or
grammatical errors that distract
the reader from the content.
Did you teach your audience
about your topic? Was there
depth in your information?
Was your information based
on factual information?
A sufficient amount of factual
information was gathered and
presented regarding topic. A
bibliography is included and
a minimum of 3 sources
were used.
3
2
1
Two-dimensional – drawings
have to have perspective.
Items are added to the
drawing to give dimension.
Electronic project was
completed (Prezi, PPT, etc.)
A One-Page written report is
included. Facts and details
are included but not
elaborated on. There are no
spelling or grammatical errors
that distract the reader from
the content. *This report may
be divided into sections and
added to the project and
enhances the visual product.
One dimensional –
drawing / sketch. Flat
with no perspective.
No written report is
included with project.
Captions are included on
the project that include
details and information
specific to the topic.
No written report is
included with project.
Captions are included on
the project that include
some information
regarding the topic.
Some factual information was
gathered and presented
regarding topic. A
bibliography is included
and fewer than 3 sources
were used.
Limited information was
gathered and presented
regarding topic. No
bibliography included.
Not enough information
was given to determine
its historical or factual
accuracy.
Fewer than 2 of the 4
progress checkpoints
were met and turned in
by student with
signatures.
Project was turned in but
not presented.
Progress
Checkpoints
All 4 progress checkpoints
were met and turned in by
student with signatures and
project was completed on time.
3 of 4 progress checkpoints
were met and turned in by
student with signatures.
2 of 4 progress
checkpoints were met
and turned in by student
with signatures.
Presentation
Project was presented.
Information was well prepared
and presented as an “expert”
on topic. Presentation was
rehearsed. Clear speaking
voice was used with
appropriate volume.
Project was presented.
Focus was more on visual
than historical context of
topic. Struggle with speaking
voice or volume.
Project was presented.
Minimal information
given. Speaking voice
unclear or volume too
soft or too loud to
understand.
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
1. Your Choice – DUE Friday, Jan. 22, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
Medieval Project Topics (circle one or write in your own):
Medieval Weaponry
Medieval Knight
Seige Tower
Monk’s Life
Medieval Manor or Castle
Battering Ram
Medieval Cathedrals
Catapult/Trebuchet
Quintain
Medieval Society
Ballista
Famous Person from
Medieval Europe
Medieval Food
Medieval Mythology
Alternate Choice:
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I understand that my child has been assigned a Medieval Project. There will be several progress checkpoints
throughout the process. The bulk of this project will be completed outside the classroom, so your (the parent)
guidance is essential in making sure your child stays on track to complete the assignment on time. The final
project will be due by Friday, February 12th, 2016.
Parent Signature:
_______________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
1. Your Choice – DUE Friday, Jan. 22, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
Medieval Project Topics (circle one or write in your own):
Medieval Weaponry
Medieval Knight
Seige Tower
Monk’s Life
Medieval Manor or Castle
Battering Ram
Medieval Cathedrals
Catapult/Trebuchet
Quintain
Medieval Society
Ballista
Famous Person from
Medieval Europe
Medieval Food
Medieval Mythology
Alternate Choice:
______________________________________________________________________________________
I understand that my child has been assigned a Medieval Project. There will be several progress checkpoints
throughout the process. The bulk of this project will be completed outside the classroom, so your (the parent)
guidance is essential in making sure your child stays on track to complete the assignment on time. The final
project will be due by Friday, February 12th, 2016.
Parent Signature:
___________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
2. Sketch of My Project – DUE Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
Project Topic: ________________________________________________________ Level: _________________________________________
Teacher Signature: __________________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
2. Sketch of My Project – DUE Monday, Jan. 25, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
Project Topic: ________________________________________________________ Level: _________________________________________
Teacher Signature: __________________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
3. Materials List – DUE Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
MATERIALS
Items I have already
Items I need
Parent Signature:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
3. Materials List – DUE Tuesday, Jan. 26, 2016
Name: ___________________________________________________ Period: _______________
MATERIALS
Items I have already
Items I need
Parent Signature:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
4. Progress Check – Due Friday, Feb. 5, 2016
What I have completed
What I still need to do
FINAL PROJECT DUE BY: FRIDAY, FEB. 12th
Parent Signature:
__________________________________________________________________________________________
Ye Olde Middle Ages Research Project
4. Progress Check – Due Friday, Feb. 5, 2016
What I have completed
What I still need to do
FINAL PROJECT DUE BY: FRIDAY, FEB. 12th
Parent Signature:
__________________________________________________________________________________________