Intro to the Medieval Times

World HistoryFebruary 24, 2014

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

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

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

What do you think of when you hear “Middle

Ages”?

Watch the following video clips and write down what you notice. Think… Clothing Gender roles What they do for fun The way they talk Logic

*Keep in mind some of these clips are satire (meant to be funny)

http://www.dragontape.com/#!/yourtapes