Medieval Towns
What did homes in medieval European towns look like?
the common homes were small crowded, built of wood. often many families live in one house. the rich were up to four stories high. the houses will seem to lean and some may touch the streets
How did the church's attitude toward mystery and miracle plays differ from that of most townspeople?
they were confused because it was okay to the townspeople
How did someone become apart of a guild?
they would have to learn from someone
What were two methods for deciding the guilt of innocence of accused criminals in the Early Middle Ages?
trial by ordeal, combat
What were some leisure activities enjoyed by adults in medieval Europe?
Adults liked chess, checkers, and backgammon. Card games, dice games/ betting, and dancing were also popular.
Why was growing up in medieval towns difficult?
Almost half the children died. Those who survived began preparing for their adult roles at age seven.
Guilds
Association of merchants or artisans who cooperated to protect their economic interests
How did the way in which those accused of crimes were treated begin to improve in the 12th century?
Beginning in the 12th century, court inquiries were used to determine a person's innocence or guilt.
How did merchants become the most wealthy and powerful members of towns?
By selling a variety of goods from faraway lands, dominating the town's business life and joining town councils.
What role did merchants play in the growth of medieval European towns?
By selling food and goods, merchants attracted more people to medieval towns.
What were some games that were popular with children in medieval Europe?
Children played with dolls and toys, such as wooden swords and hobbyhorses. They also rolled hoops and played badminton, lawn bowling, and blind man's bluff.
How did guilds help their members and the families of their members?
Guilds provided them with money and food in times of need.
What group was sometimes blamed when an outbreak of a disease occurred?
Jews, accused for positioning wells.
What were some common practices used by medieval doctors?
Medieval doctors used prayer, magic, and herbal medicines. Bloodletting, including the use of leeches, was also popular. Positions of planets, magical charms.
What were merchant fairs like?
Merchant fairs were large and sold goods from all over Europe and the east. They attracted merchants from many countries
What was the difference between mystery plays and miracle plays?
Mystery plays re-created stories from the Bible. Miracle plays dramatized the lives of saints.
Why were the homes of most town dwellers uncomfortable?
Rooms were cold, smoky and dim because fireplaces were the only source of heat and the main source of light. Several families would share a house.
Why were towns in medieval Europe dangerous places?
They were poorly lit/no street lights, and streets were filled with pickpockets and thieves.
How did unhealthy living conditions and limited medical knowledge affect life in medieval European towns?
Unhealthy living conditions and the lack of understanding of how diseases spread caused many illnesses and deaths.
What were some ways criminals were punished in medieval Europe?
burned, hung, thrown in wells, fined, put in stocks, or forced to fight
What were some common diseases in medieval Europe?
measles, leprosy, cholera, scarlet fever, and bubonic plague.
How were the lives of medieval girls different from those of modern girls?
most girls married young earliest at the age of 12. most girls education was at home, learned cooking, cloth making and other skills for family.
How were Jews often mistreated in medieval Europe?
prejudice kept them from owning land, hard to earn a living by farming, victims of violence
Why were guilds established?
provided help and protection for the people doing a certain kind of work and it made sure high standards were set
What were some craft guilds in medieval Europe?
shoes, belts, leather goods
