Saxon village life - part 1

The video describes the role of the chief in protecting the village and the structure of the compound, including important buildings. It details the construction of houses using materials like wood and wattle and daub, and highlights the differences between the chief's house and ordinary villagers' houses. Villagers keep animals inside their homes for safety and warmth.

What is the primary role of the chief in the village?

• To manage the village's economy

• To protect the village

• To build houses

• To teach the villagers

What surrounds the compound where the chief's house is located?

• A river

• A fence made of metal

• A stone wall

• A palisade made of wooden posts

What materials are used to plaster the inside of the chief's house?

• Clay and water

• Animal dung, mud, hair, and straw

• Wood and nails

• Cement and sand

What is the main difference between the chief's house and the villagers' houses?

• The villagers' houses have tiled roofs

• The chief's house is larger with several rooms

• The villagers' houses have multiple rooms

• The chief's house is made of stone

Why do villagers keep animals inside their homes?

• To protect them from thieves

• To keep them warm and safe at night

• To use them for decoration

• To train them for work