I WONDER - What Is Jousting?

The video explores jousting in the Middle Ages, highlighting its role as a competitive sport where knights aimed to strike opponents with a lance while on horseback. Jousting tournaments were not only about skill and bravery but also served as opportunities for knights to gain glory, win prizes, and attract sponsors or romantic interests. These events had a festive atmosphere, featuring music, feasting, and dancing.

What was the main highlight of the Middle Ages discussed in the video?

• Jousting

• Music

• Feasting

• Dancing

In jousting, what was the primary goal of the knights?

• To unseat their opponent

• To win a race

• To capture a flag

• To perform acrobatics

Which of the following was NOT a focus of jousting events?

• Skill

• Bravery

• Cooking

• Glory

What were some of the rewards for participating in tournaments?

• Free education

• Land ownership

• Prizes and glory

• Political power

What kind of atmosphere did tournaments have?

• Quiet and solemn

• Religious and spiritual

• Strict and disciplined

• Festival-like with music and dancing