Medieval Education and Monasticism

The lecture discusses the rise of new monasticism in the 1200s, focusing on friars who served the community. It highlights the life of St. Francis of Assisi, his transformation, and the founding of the Franciscan order. The Dominicans' emphasis on education and the establishment of medieval universities are also covered.

What was the primary focus of the new monasticism that emerged in the 1200s?

• Writing religious texts

• Collecting religious artifacts

• Serving common people directly

• Building grand monasteries

What significant life change did St. Francis of Assisi make after recovering from his injuries?

• He joined the military

• He chose a life of poverty to serve God

• He decided to travel the world

• He became a wealthy merchant

What was the main belief of the Franciscan order founded by St. Francis?

• Engaging in political affairs

• Accumulating wealth for the church

• Living in complete poverty and helping the poor

• Building large cathedrals

What was the primary goal of the Dominicans founded by Saint Dominic?

• To write religious texts

• To engage in trade

• To educate Christians

• To build monasteries

How did the Church increase its role in education during the 1100s?

• By founding universities

• By building more monasteries

• By engaging in political affairs

• By collecting religious texts

What was the initial purpose of medieval universities?

• To train merchants

• To educate clergy

• To teach military tactics

• To promote art and culture

What drove the development of universities in medieval Europe?

• The need for educated individuals in government

• The demand for more religious texts

• The construction of new cathedrals

• The expansion of trade routes

What does the Latin word 'universitas' mean?

• Library

• School

• Guild

• Monastery

In some medieval universities, who was responsible for paying the teachers?

• The government

• The church

• The students

• The local community

Which subject was NOT part of the main curriculum in medieval universities?

• Latin grammar

• Rhetoric

• Military strategy

• Astronomy