Unit 2 Lesson 6: Towns in the Middle Ages

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What was the main reason for the walls around towns in the Middle Ages?

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The main reason for the walls around towns was for protection.

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How did trade influence the growth of the middle class in the Middle Ages?

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As trade grew, towns and new jobs emerged, leading to the growth in importance of the middle class.

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Why did fires and diseases spread quickly in Middle Ages towns?

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Fires and diseases spread quickly because houses were close together and had roofs made of straw.

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What does the word 'afoot' mean in the context of pickpockets being 'afoot'?

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In this context, 'afoot' means 'around'.

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Who were Empress Matilda and Abbess Hildegard?

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Empress Matilda was a leader of an army, and Abbess Hildegard was a famous writer.

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What role did guilds play in Middle Ages towns?

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Guilds were organizations of craftsmen and merchants that controlled trade and set prices.

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What was a common building material for houses in the Middle Ages?

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A common building material for houses was straw, which was used for roofs.

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What was the significance of trade routes in the Middle Ages?

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Trade routes were significant because they facilitated the exchange of goods and ideas between towns.

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What was the impact of the Black Death on towns in the Middle Ages?

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The Black Death led to a significant decrease in population, affecting labor and trade.

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What was the role of a lord in a Middle Ages town?

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A lord owned the land and had control over the town and its inhabitants.