Middle Age behavior

1)
chivalry- A code of behavior that demanded a knight fight bravely in defense of his three masters, his earthly lord(land owner), heavenly Lord(God), and his chosen lady. The ideal knight was loyal, brave and courteous.

tournament- mock battles that young knights took part in.

troubadour- traveling poet-musicians

2. Which ideas associated with chivalry have  remnants in today’s society? Explain.
Men today should be loyal, brave and courteous.

3. What were two inventions from Asia that changed the technology of warfare in western Europe?
Leather saddles and stirrups. The saddle kept the warrior firmly in place and the stirrups enables him to ride and handle heavier weapons.

4. Who were the occupants of a castle?
Lord
Ladytheir familyknightsother men-at-arms servants



5. What were some of the themes of medieval literature?
Many stories idealized castle life. They glorified knighthood and chivalry, tournaments and real battles. Songs and poems about a knights undying love for a lady were also very popular. Epic Poetry recounted a hero's deeds and adventures. Example THE SONG OF ROLAND




Reading Guide

Education- Age7: PAGE -apprentice, Age14: SQUIRE- servant , Age21: Knights


weapons - Saddle-on horse, Stirrups- riding and movement, Armor- bodily cover


war games- Local Wars, Tournaments--Jousting


CODE of Chivalry- Be Loyal, Brave, Courteous, Protect the POOR and WEAK, Masters: GOD, Feudal Lord & Chosen Lady


Castle Life- protect home of feudal lords


Romantic Love- expected to defend chosen lady,  entertain her with poems and songs
































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