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Unit 1A Medieval Europe
Learning Goal: Students will identify the significant events, figures, and contributions of medieval civilizations and their impact on world
society (Byzantine Empire, Western Europe, Japan, and Islamic World)
Know’s (Content)
 impact of the collapse of the Western Roman Empire on Europe.
 orders of medieval social hierarchy, the changing role of the Church, the emergence of feudalism, and the
development of private property as a distinguishing feature of Western Civilization.
 rise and achievements of significant rulers in medieval Europe
 importance of Christian monasteries and convents as centers of education, charitable and missionary
activity, economic productivity, and political power
 Western civilization arose from a synthesis of classical Greco-Roman civilization, Judeo-Christian
influence, and the cultures of northern European peoples promoting a cultural unity in Europe.
 causes and effects of the Great Famine of 1315–1316, The Black Death, The Great Schism of1378, and the
Hundred Years War on Western Europe.
 factors that contributed to the growth of a modern economy.
 growth and development of national identity in England, France, and Spain.
 key figures, artistic, and intellectual achievements of the medieval period in Western Europe.
 developments in medieval English legal and constitutional history and their importance to the rise of
modern democratic institutions and procedures
Do’s (Action or thinking)
 Analyze
 Describe
 Recognize
 Explain
 Determine
 Trace
 Identify
SOP: Complete the following Pathway:
Before teacher can sign off, you must demonstrate you can do the elements in the first column.
If you are struggling with understanding or completing a part of the pathway, please see teacher for additional guidance.
The summative product can only be done once you have mastered all other parts of the unit.
I can statement… (Know’s and
Do’s)
W.2.9
I can analyze the impact of the
collapse of the Western Roman
Empire on Europe.
Must Do
May Do
1. Teacher Notes/PowerPoint “The Middle Ages” posted on
umatillaworldhistory.com
2. After finishing the Study.com lesson “The Dark Ages: Loss of Classical Culture make
a T-Chart comparing life before and after the fall of the Roman Empire. List at 5
characteristics of life before and 5 characteristics of life after.
3. Schoology-Watch “The Fall of Rome” Video then take quiz and pass with a
minimum of 80%.
The Middle Ages in 3 1/2
Minutes
Teacher
Initials
W.2.10
I can describe the orders of
medieval social hierarchy, the
changing role of the Church, the
emergence of feudalism, and
the development of private
property as a distinguishing
feature of Western Civilization
W.2.11
I can describe the rise and
achievements of significant
rulers in medieval Europe.
*Homework for Ch. 7 - Complete questions 1-10 and essential terms from Chapter 7
(pp 26-52) in your text
1. Teacher Notes/PowerPoint posted on umatillaworldhistory.com
2. Study.com lesson: Order from Chaos: “Feudal Ties and Manors”. Posted on
Schoology. Take quiz and pass with at least an 80%.
3. Study.com lesson: The Roman Catholic Clergy.
4. Create a pyramid showing the different members of the Medieval clergy, beginning
at the lower levels and ending with the Pope. You should include an illustration of
each member as well as a description of the duties of each office.
1. Study.com lesson: Charlemagne's Holy Roman Empire and the Divine Right to Rule.
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
2. William the Conqueror & Politics and Art in the Dark Ages. Take quiz and pass with
a minimum score of 80%.
3. Choose one of the following activities:
A. Write a newspaper article about the Battle of Hastings as if you were there. You
should:
□ Write a headline (Short and to the point.)
□ Write 1-2 paragraphs that explain the event including: who, what, where,
when, how, and why
□ Include a “photograph” with a caption (may be drawn or taken from the
internet with teacher permission)
B. Copy and complete the picture frame graphic organizer below for
Charlemagne or William the Conqueror. You should:
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W.2.12
I can recognize the importance
of Christian monasteries and
convents as centers of
education, charitable and
Life in the Middle Ages: The
Serf
Life in the Middle Ages: The
Noble
History of Charlemagne
William the Conqueror and
the Battle of Hastings
Draw a picture frame like the one below on your own paper.
In the center box draw or print out a picture of your person
In the top box write the person’s name artistically.
In the right box, list three things the person is known for – inventions,
artwork, and other contributions.
In the bottom box, write three things about the person you
think are important.
In the left box write a personal response to something the person said or did.
1. Teacher Notes/PowerPoint “Christianity in the Middle Ages”
2. Study.com lesson: The Role of the Catholic Church in Medieval Europe
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
3. Study.com lesson: Monasticism from Saint Benedict to Cluny
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
Life in a Christian Monastery
Monks and Nuns
missionary activity, economic
productivity, and political power
W.2.13
I can explain how Western civilization
arose from a synthesis of classical
Greco-Roman civilization, JudeoChristian influence, and the cultures of
northern European peoples promoting
a cultural unity in Europe.
W.2.14
I can describe the causes and
effects of the Great Famine of
1315–1316, The Black Death,
The Great Schism of 1378, and
the Hundred Years War on
Western Europe.
4. Diary Entry- Imagine that you are a monk or a nun and it is your first day in the
monastery/convent. Write a diary entry for one day, explaining all the things that you
have done.
Include the following –
□ What food you ate
□ What time you awoke and time you go to bed
□ The jobs you did
□ What were the cloths like that you wore?
□ How you feel about being in the monastery/convent?
□ What was your room like where you are to sleep?
□ How often did you pray?
□ Did you travel in the village?
□ Why did you decide to become a monk/nun?
Don’t forget to include a date for your diary entry! Your diary entry has to be at least
a min of 200 words in length.
1. Constructed Response- After reviewing your notes and Chapter 7, explain how
Western civilization arose from a synthesis (combination) of classical Greco-Roman
(Greek and Roman) civilization, Judeo-Christian (Jewish/Christian) influence, and the
cultures of northern European peoples (Germanic tribes/Magyars/Vikings).
You should:
□ Restate the question
□ Define difficult terms if necessary
□ Answer the question
□ Back up your answer from the text or notes
□ Conclude by restating the question. Often one can begin the sentence with
therefore.
*HW for Chapter 8 “The High and Late Middle Ages” on pp. 56-89. Complete
questions 1-10 and essential terms.
1. Study.com lesson: The Western Schism and the Tale of 3 Popes. Take quiz and pass
with a minimum score of 80%.
2. Study.com lesson: The Hundred Years' War: England vs. France. Take quiz and pass
with a minimum score of 80%.
3. Study.com lesson: The Little Ice Age and the Black Death. Take quiz and pass with a
minimum score of 80%.
4. Choose from 1 of the following activities:
A. Magazine Cover- Create a news magazine cover such as Time or Newsweek about
either the Black Death, Great Schism, or the 100 Years War.
The page can be laid out however you choose but must include ALL of the following:
□ Magazine Title
□ A central, important image for the “Cover Story” – your topic.
□ At least three (3) news story leads that go along with the cover story.
□ Each lead should have a title, and can include interviews, stories about events or
people. You do not have to write the actual news story.
The Medieval Period: Some
Important Points
The Western Schism
Hundred Years War/Three
Minute History
Europe's Bubonic Plaque
□ Each lead should be clear and easy to understand how it relates to your topic
B. Annotated Illustration- Draw an illustration about either the Black Death, Great
Schism, or the 100 Years War. Annotate or write an explanation of this with text
labels and descriptions of the key points in the picture. It should be:
□ Color throughout
□ A full page picture
□ A min. of 6 annotations explained in at least 2 sentences
□ A title identifying the event, place, and time
W.2.15
I can determine the factors that
contributed to the growth of a
modern economy.
W.2.16
I can trace the growth and
development of national
identity in England, France, and
Spain
W.2.17
I can identify key figures,
artistic, and intellectual
achievements of the medieval
period in Western Europe.
1. Study.com lesson: The Medieval Warm Period and New Agricultural Technologies.
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
2. Study.com lesson: The Reemergence of Towns and Commerce.
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
3. Concept Map- Create a concept map that shows the factors that contributed to the
growth of a modern economy.
Directions: Write Modern Economy in the center. Write each factor that contributed
to its growth in the outside circles. You should also:
□ tell how each factor contributed to the growth of a modern economy.
□ include one illustration for each factor
□ Use a different color for each factor
1. Study.com lesson: Henry II of England and Philip Augustus of France
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
2. Study.com lesson: Middle Age Royals of England and France Take quiz and pass
with a minimum score of 80%.
3. Timeline- Create a timeline of the major events in the development of England,
France, or Spain.
1. You Be the Teacher! Read Chapter 8 Section 4 (pp. 76-82) in your text then create a
quiz.
You should:
□ Include 1 question for each of the following terms, people or places: Anslem of
Canterbury, scholasticism, Thomas Aquinas, Roger Bacon, Dante Alighieri,
Geoffrey Chaucer, Gothic Style, flying buttress, illumination, Bayeux Tapestry
□ Use multiple choice, matching or fill in the blank.
□ Focus on the most important facts in the reading.
□ Include an answer key.
Medieval Guilds
Middle Ages in Western
Europe
Middle Ages
W.2.18
I can describe developments in
medieval English legal and
constitutional history and their
importance to the rise of
modern democratic institutions
and procedures
1. Study.com lesson: Medieval England's Impact on Modern Democratic Thought.
Take quiz and pass with a minimum score of 80%.
2. Study.com lesson: The Magna Carta & The Constitutions of Clarendon: Definition &
Significance. Take Quiz and pass with a minimum of 80%
3. Choose 1 of the following activities:
A. Create a comic strip or a comic book that explains the events leading up the
signing of the Magna Carta.
□ Turn your notebook sideways and divide the page into eight panels, like this:
Title
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Dedicate one panel per event.
At the top or bottom of each box, write your caption in complete thoughts.
Illustrations for each panel should meaningful and colored.
B. Write a letter of advice to King John giving him advice on how to deal
with the angry barons who forced him to sign the Magna Carta.
You should:
□ Address your letter properly. “Dear King John”
□ Briefly explain the situation. (1 paragraph)
□ Give advice on how he can deal with the problem. (1 paragraph)
□ Each paragraph must contain accurate information, and your advice must be
based on facts as well.
□Try to be helpful
□ Close the letter properly. “Sincerely, your friend __________”
Summative
I can identify the significant events,
figures, and contributions of
medieval civilizations and their
impact on world society (Byzantine
Empire, Western Europe, Japan,
and Islamic World)
STOP. Have you demonstrated MASTERY on all the above?
1. Argumentative Essay: Choose from one of the following prompts:
 Were the Middles Ages Truly a Dark Time in History? Support your
position with at least two pieces of credible evidence.
 What was the role of the church and religion in medieval life? Which
institutions and events were the most significant? Why? Support your
position with at least two pieces of credible evidence.
2. Unit 1A Test
The Magna Carta