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Explore the daily life of serfs in the medieval manor, including their forms of entertainment and pathways to freedom. Discover how moments like the Great Reform transformed serfdom's treatment. Learn about cultural artifacts such as the Book of Hours and its vivid imagery. Plus, understand the agricultural practices like three-field crop rotation that sustained these communities. Delve into the relationships among the serfs, lords, and craftsmen, revealing the self-sufficient nature of medieval manors.
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Answer the following: 1) Name TWO things that a serf did for entertainment. 2) Name TWO and ways that a serf could become free. 3) What great event changed the way the serfs were treated. 4) What was the Book of Hours and what did it show in the pictures? 5) What was the serfs’ bed called?
Three Field crop rotation • One field is planted in the autumn with winter wheat or rye • Another field is planted with other crops such as peas, lentils, or beans • The third field is left fallow • Mouldboard plough
Who lived there? • Serf • Priest • Lord • Blacksmith • Miller • Crafts person • Self sustaining, made everything they needed and were able to sell surplus
Lets make a Manor! Follow the instructions on the handout and work with your partner (lady & lord) to draw a map. Make sure that you include all the items on the list.
Be loyal and trustworthy. To study and not think is a waste. To think and not study is dangerous. 商 Shang They do not produce anything, only profit from others' creations
