Instructions
Read the information about the Middle Ages in Britain. Then, answer the questions below to show what you have learned.
1. Describe the living conditions of peasants during the Middle Ages. Use the space below for your answer.
2. List the three main groups of people in early Middle Ages society and briefly describe the role of each group. Use the space below to write your answer.
3. Explain the significance of King Richard I, also known as "Lionheart." What was he known for during his reign? Write your answer below.
4. What event marked the beginning of Norman rule in England? Describe that event briefly.
5. What is the Bayeux Tapestry, and why is it important? Use the space below for your answer.
6. Imagine you are a peasant living during the Middle Ages. Write a short diary entry about a typical day in your life. Use the space below for your entry.
7. Why do you think the village church was important in the lives of people during the Middle Ages? Write your thoughts below.