1. What statement do you most agree with: (a) strong rulers create stable societies, (b) strong economies create stable economies, (c) societies are stable when everyone is the same, (d) a large middle class creates stable societies. In 4 to 5 sentences explain your answer. DO NOW – AUGUST 26, 2013

2. Inspirational History August 26, 1920 – 19 th Amendment is adopted giving women the right to vote

4. THE BEGINNING OF THE MIDDLE AGES The Roman Empire declines New society emerges with roots in: Classical heritage of Rome Beliefs of the Roman Catholic Church Customs of various Germanic tribes

5. INVASIONS OF EUROPE Repeated invasions and constant warfare: Disrupted trade Downfall of cities Population shifts Learning declined – barbarians uneducated Loss of common language Unity of Rome was gone “Romance” languages like French & Spanish appear

6. STRENGTH OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH The Catholic Church became more involved in people’s lives Got involved in politics and forced kings to do what they said

7. FEUDALISM Loosely organized system of rule Lords granted vassals fiefs, or estates

8. FEUDALISM http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoB4NVklyf4

9. THE ART OF COURTLY LOVE Track the primary resource in front of you As we read this together, lett’s discuss whether these romantic ideals are still alive and well today…have they changed/

10. WORST JOBS IN HISTORY – MIDDLE AGES http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZrE1mVcB2k