Medieval Europe: Key Concepts and Events

This video provides a comprehensive overview of a world history curriculum unit focused on Medieval Europe. It covers the Middle Ages, including the rise of the Franks under Charlemagne, the feudal system, and the influence of the Catholic Church. The unit also explores the Crusades, the Black Death, and the Hundred Years' War, with a special focus on Joan of Arc. The curriculum includes interactive activities, primary source analysis, and digital resources to engage students and enhance their understanding of medieval history.

What was the primary focus of the first day in the unit on Medieval Europe?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The discovery of America

• The rise of the Franks under Charlemagne

• The fall of Ancient Greece

Which system was central to the social and economic structure of medieval Europe?

• Socialism

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

• Democracy

What unique project helps students learn about medieval life?

• Writing a medieval novel

• Designing a medieval costume

• Building a castle

• Creating a medieval meme

Which institution was the dominant force in medieval Europe?

• The British Monarchy

• The Ottoman Empire

• The Roman Catholic Church

• The Byzantine Empire

What major event is covered on the sixth day of the unit?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Crusades

• The Renaissance

• The French Revolution

What was the Black Death also known as?

• The Great Famine

• The Renaissance

• The Hundred Years' War

• The Bubonic Plague

Which modern pandemic is compared to the Black Death in the unit?

• The Zika virus

• The COVID-19 pandemic

• The Spanish Flu

• The Ebola outbreak

Who was a key figure in the Hundred Years' War?

• King Henry VIII

• Joan of Arc

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Queen Elizabeth I

What activity do students undertake related to Joan of Arc?

• Compose a song

• Create a memorial or obituary

• Design a coat of arms

• Write a play

What type of resources are provided for the unit review?

• Guest lectures

• Digital resources and review games

• Only printed books

• Field trips