Medieval England: Villages and Towns

• Who was the leader that initiated the Norman Conquest?

  William the Conqueror
• What are the names of the different districts shown on the map?

  • Farcross
  • The Docks
  • New Ridge
  • Westgate
  • Lostsquare
  • Old District
  • Castle
  • The Barrow
• What is the name of the district located in the center of the map?

  The Docks
• If you wanted to travel from Westgate to The Docks, which route would you take based on the map?

  • You would travel through the Old District to get from Westgate to The Docks.
• What event marked the beginning of the Middle Ages in England?

  The Norman Conquest
• What is the purpose of this map?

  • This map shows the layout and different districts of a city or town.
  • It provides an overview of the spatial organization and geography of the area.
• What can you infer about the relative importance or prominence of the "Castle" district based on its location on the map?

  The Castle district is likely a central, significant, or historically important area of the city
• What are the key features of Medieval England's society?

  • Strong castles for protection
  • New customs introduced by the Normans
  • Structured society demonstrating power
• What purpose did castles serve in Medieval England?

  To protect the kingdom
• How did the Norman Conquest influence Medieval England's society?

  It introduced new customs and strong castles
• What type of buildings are shown in the image?

  Medieval-style buildings with thatched roofs and half-timbered construction
• How did the presence of a church influence the structure of a medieval village?

  It was often the dominant structure
• What type of buildings and structures are depicted in the image?

  • Medieval-style buildings with thatched roofs and half-timbered construction
  • A large cathedral or church with Gothic architectural features
  • Smaller houses and shops lining the streets
• What is the time period of Medieval England?

  1066 to 1485
• Where were events and gatherings typically held in a medieval village?

  In the village center
• What aspects of daily life are depicted in the image?

  People going about their daily lives in a medieval town setting
• How were evenings typically spent in medieval homes?

  Lit by candles or fireplaces
• What activities and scenes are taking place in the image?

  • Crowds of people walking through the streets and engaging in various activities
  • Merchants and vendors selling goods
  • Religious ceremonies or events happening at the cathedral
  • People going about their daily lives in a medieval town setting
• What religious structure is depicted in the image?

  A large cathedral or church with Gothic architectural features
• What is the title of the image?

  Le Aditation
• What can you infer about the layout and organization of this city or town based on the map?

  • The city/town appears to have a compact, dense urban layout with many small, irregularly shaped districts.
  • There seems to be a central core area (The Docks, Old District, Castle) surrounded by peripheral districts.
  • The districts are delineated by roads/streets, suggesting a grid-like or organic street network.
• Where were the main buildings of a medieval village typically located?

  Grouped together next to a church
• What did villagers share among themselves?

  Food and resources
• What time period or historical context does this image seem to depict?

  The image appears to depict a medieval European town or village, likely from the 13th-15th centuries based on the architectural styles and clothing of the people shown.
• Why might the district named "The Barrow" be significant?

  It suggests the presence of an important historical or archaeological site
• What are the main features and their locations in a medieval village?

  • Village Center: Main square
  • Manor House: Usually larger
  • Common: Open space
  • Church: Dominant structure
• What is the title of the image?

  Le Aditation
• If you wanted to travel from Farcross to New Ridge, which route would you take?

  You would travel through Westgate to get from Farcross to New Ridge
• What was one benefit of the layout of a medieval village for farming?

  Ensured efficient farming practices
• How did the layout of a medieval village contribute to safety?

  It protected villagers from attacks
• What types of events or ceremonies are shown in the image?

  Religious ceremonies or events happening at the cathedral
• What was the purpose of the farmland in a medieval village?

  To cultivate crops for different families
• What was the central feature of a typical medieval village?

  Village center
• What types of people are shown in the image?

  Crowds of people walking through the streets and engaging in various activities
• How does the layout and organization of the late medieval village reflect its functional model?

  • Village and individual use areas (e.g. farmstead, garden)
  • Collective use areas (e.g. fields, pasture, woods, commons)
  • Rotation system between fields for crop cultivation
• What are the two main groups of people in the feudal system below the King?

  Lords (vassals to king) and Peasants (serfs)
• What are the three main obligations the King has to the Fief and Peasants?

  • Provide food
  • Provide protection
  • Provide shelter
• What was a significant aspect of community life in medieval villages?

  Neighbors worked together
• What does the court system in medieval villages reflect?

  The feudal hierarchy
• How often did villagers attend church services?

  Regularly