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Thought of the Day

Thought of the Day.

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Thought of the Day

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  1. Thought of the Day Describe what comes to mind when you hear someone talk about the “Middle Ages” or “knights”? What does a knight do, or what do they wear? Have you ever heard of jousting? If so, describe it. Write 5 complete sentences. Turn your Thought of the Day’s in at the basket. You should have 3.

  2. King Charlemagne Germanic peoples move into Roman Empire form kingdom of the Franks while kings are losing power, Pepin steps in to claim kingship for himself & family after Pepin’s death, son Charles is new Frankish king Known as Charlemagne, Charles the Great, & Emperor of Romans Very determined, decisive, intelligent, good warrior, Christian, & advocate for education Rules from 768-814 Creates Carolingian Empire

  3. Invaders Charlemagne dies & splits territories into smaller ones (now weak & vulnerable) Muslims invade S. France Magyars (from W. Asia) invade Central & Western Europe around Hungary Vikings (Scandanavia) invade & settle area in France called Normandy Love adventure, war, & trade Sacked villages & towns Great ship builders/sailors

  4. Feudalism Feudalism- political and social system formed to provide people with protection, land, and loyalty. People needed protection Went to noblemen & aristocrats Vassal- man that served a lord militarily Coats, lances knights Feudal contract- unwritten rules of military service, payment in return provide land & backup in disputes

  5. Feudalism knights showed loyalty to one’s lord ceremony to celebrate loyalty Feudalism social system: King Great Lord Less powerful lords Knights Peasants/serfs

  6. Chivalry knights & lords were warriors United under knighthood Tournaments to show fighting skills Joust Great way to train for war Chivalry- code of ethics to uphold To defend church and people Treat captives well (no dungeons) Treat women with kindness & respect

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