Historical Terms and Concepts

Hearth

• The hearth was the center of the peasant home.

• The hearth was used for cooking only.

• The hearth was a decorative feature in the home.

• The hearth was primarily for heating water.

Class

• /klɑːs/ - 阶级

• /klɑːs/ - 课程

• /klɑːs/ - 课堂

• /klɑːs/ - 级别

Battle of Hastings

• A decisive battle in 1066

• A famous naval battle in 1588

• A significant battle in the American Civil War

• A battle fought during World War I

Wooden wheels

• /ˈwʊdən wiːlz/ - 木轮

• /ˈwʊdən wɪlz/ - 木轮子

• /ˈwʊdən wɪlz/ - 木轮胎

• /ˈwʊdən wɪlz/ - 木车轮

Hierarchy

• /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/ - A system of organization where people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.

• /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/ - A method of farming that involves planting crops in rows.

• /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/ - A type of government where all power is held by a single ruler.

• /ˈhaɪərɑːrki/ - The Feudal System had a clear hierarchy from the king to the peasants.

Religious Leaders

• Religious leaders were often seen as political figures in medieval society.

• Religious leaders played a crucial role in medieval society.

• Religious leaders had no influence on the social structure of medieval times.

• Religious leaders were primarily focused on economic issues.

Anglo-Saxons

• The Anglo-Saxons had a strong presence in England before the Norman invasion.

• The Anglo-Saxons were primarily known for their maritime trade.

• The Anglo-Saxons were a nomadic tribe that migrated from Asia.

• The Anglo-Saxons were the first to establish a parliamentary system in England.

William the Conqueror

• Pronunciation: /ˈwɪljəm ðə kənˈkʌrər/

• He was a famous painter.

• He was a renowned scientist.

• He was a legendary musician.

Knights

• Knights were expected to provide military service.

• Knights were primarily farmers in the feudal system.

• Knights were known for their expertise in trade and commerce.

• Knights were often elected as leaders in their communities.

King

• 国王

• 皇后

• 王子

• 骑士