Christianity and Medieval Society

Characters found in this tradition were highly affected by loyalty, duty and honor.

• Medieval Period

• Renaissance Period

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

This literature is packed with allegories that serve both a literal and figurative purpose and point out a theme about human life, such as courteous love.

• Medieval Period

• Renaissance Period

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Christianity was the official religion and the Church was the center of all community activities.

• Medieval Period

• Renaissance Period

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Who is Saint Augustine?

• A bishop of Hippo

• A renowned theologian and prolific writer

• A skilled preacher and rhetorician

• All above mentioned

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which period is known for its strong influence of Christianity on literature and society?

• Medieval Period

• Renaissance Period

• Modern Period

• Classical Period

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is a common theme in Medieval literature?

• Individualism

• Courtly love

• Scientific exploration

• Industrialization

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which institution was central to community life during the Medieval period?

• The Church

• The Monarchy

• The University

• The Market

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What language was predominantly used in Medieval English literature?

• Old English

• Middle English

• Modern English

• Latin

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CCSS.RL.11-12.12

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Who wrote 'The Canterbury Tales', a significant work of Medieval English literature?

• Geoffrey Chaucer

• William Shakespeare

• John Milton

• Thomas More

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is an allegory?

• A story with a hidden meaning

• A type of poem

• A historical account

• A biography