We began the next unit - The High Middle Ages (from the 1000s to around the 1200s)
1. The class was introduced to the Normans - who were they?, where were they from?, where did they settle?
2. We watch a very short video on the Normans.
3. We learned about the Bayeaux Tapestry and the story that it represents (the Battle of Hastings).
- a battle between the Normans and the Anglo Saxons (in England)
- took place in 1066
- in a place called Hastings, England
- a conflict over who would be the next king of England
- William the Conqueror (of Normandy) defeated Harold (of England).
4. Watched a very "cheesy" video about the Battle of Hastings and the Bayeaux Tapestry.
5. Discussed that when William took over England, he instituted Norman feudalism. A political/social system based on Fiefs (Land), Fealty (Loyalty) and Faith (Religion). We examined the social hierarchy that this system created in society. Students watched a short video to reinforce the explanation of feudalism.
6. Students received a handout about feudalism and are expected to answer the questions using their textbook for next class. (HOMEWORK)
