Castle Diary EOB flashcard

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What point of view is used in 'Castle Diary'?

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1st person - The story is told from the perspective of a character within the story.

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What event occurs first in the poacher scene?

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Tobias sees David illegally fishing on castle grounds.

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What social class does Tobias's uncle belong to?

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Nobles - A class of people with high social status, often owning land.

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What is a hierarchy?

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A body of persons or entities organized according to rank or level of authority.

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What are garderobes in medieval times?

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A medieval toilet.

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What does 'poaching' mean?

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Illegally hunting or fishing on someone else's land.

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What is the significance of the 1st person point of view in storytelling?

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It allows readers to experience the thoughts and feelings of the narrator directly.

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What role do nobles play in the feudal system?

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They own land and provide protection to the lower classes in exchange for service.

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What is the definition of feudalism?

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A social system in medieval Europe where land was held in exchange for service.

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What does it mean to be tried by a jury?

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To have a group of people decide if someone is guilty or not in a legal case.