1. Intro to the Medieval Times
World History

2. What Happened to Eastern Rome?
When Rome split in half, the west fell more drastically, while the east maintained a united government
It was called “the Byzantine Empire”
They made Christianity the official religion
Maintained much of Roman culture
Architecture
Laws
Customs
Art

3. The Fall of Rome in the West
At Rome’s height, it united all of Western Europe under one government
While each kingdom was separated by a lot of land, they were all protected by a code of laws and a common leader
When Rome fell, this unity ended
Each kingdom broke off little by little, into their own independent civilizations
Developed their own laws, customs, and social structures
Much like the barbarians before them

4. The “Dark Ages”
This time period in Western Europe was known as the “Dark Ages”
It was called this because it was a time of little cultural advancements
Much of these lands were isolated from one another
Prevents the spread and exchange of cultural ideals

5. What do you think of when you hear “Middle Ages”?

6. Watch the following video clips and write down what you notice. Think…
Clothing
Gender roles
The role of a knight
What they do for fun