Joan of Arc

Joan of Arc was born in 1412 in Domrémy, France. She lived during the period in which Britain and France were at war for 100 years. During this time Britain won most of the battles. Because France is desperate they send Joan of Arc to the battle field in the front line. After she wins her first battle (battle of Orléans) she is mocked by fellow knights because she was a woman. Joan of Arc was infuriated by the remarks and attempted to cut her hair to show that she was just like them. Joan Won many battles in her short life giving France a chance to defeat the British. However in 1431 she was captured by the British allies and burned on a steak for Witchcraft. Joan if Arc inspired French generals to come and left a great impact on French history.

Crusades

What was the goal of the Crusades and what were the effects of the Crusades on life in Europe?

The goal of the crusaders was to retake the Holy Land. After the first crusade they managed to keep the Holy Land Christian for about 88 years until it was re-taken by the Turkish Muslims. However, even though they were unable to keep the Holy Land, they brought back lasting treasures. These included, Arabic Medicine, Mathematics, and Technology that greatly impacted the way they lived their lives. It also reopened trade routes when ships transporting troops, returned with goods.

Charlemagne

Charlemagne was born in 742. became king of the franks at the age of 24 and during his 50 years of reign he expanded his empire from France to Austria. Charlemagne conquered his neighboring kingdoms and killing everyone who worshiped pagan gods, who dis-obied him, and who refused to be baptized. He divided his kingdom into over 300 provinces and started up schools, enforced Christianity, and improved the economy. After his death he split the Empire between his three sons. Because the three sons were at constant war with each other and other kingdoms, as well as the vikings were at war, the empire began to weaken once again.

feudalism and the manor system

Feudalism- When a noble, powerful Lord, or King owns a large patch of land, but a fief is used by their vassals.

Manor System- A set or rights between the Lords and their serfs.

why did poor peasants remain poor their entire lives. What effect do you think this had on their beliefs?

There were only two ways to for a peasant to earn their freedom, buy a patch or land and earn money. One of the ways was to pay your lord and buy your freedom; however this only applied to peasants that worked in the manor. Also, they could escape and if they managed to survive for a year and a day (366 days), they would b

e granted freedom.

Reflection on Renaissance Fair

We, as an entire 8th grade class along with several teachers; worked for several weeks to create an evening full of renaissance activities. in 4 of our classes we created different project. In our DT class, we re-created the inventions of Leonardo Da Vinci. For Art we created a museum using one point perspective with the art work of Leonardo and Michael Angelo. In Music we played three different songs on the recorder, and in English we recited the play "midsummer night's dream" by Shakespeare. All in all, I believe that the night was a huge success because everyone did an outstanding job.