Why is the medieval period sometimes called the “Middle Ages?
Because it was the “middle” time between ancient and modern eras
What was eliminated or transformed when copying old stories?
Paganism
Who was the role model for medieval women?
Virgin Mary
Which was the economic unit of feudalism?
The Manor
Why were many medieval works anonymous?
Because stories were shared, originality wasn’t required, and Christianity often encouraged writing for moral or religious purposes rather than personal fame
Who copied books in monasteries?
Monks
Which social class embodied the mayority of rural population?
The serfs
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