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Medieval Times Reality Adventure
Content area(s):
History & Social Studies
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Author(s) & location: Joan Weathers, Elnora, Indiana, USA
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Description
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"Wouldn't it be terrific to travel back in time to explore a castle and see knights in shining armor and beautiful princesses? Just think of all the magnificent sights and heroic tournaments you would witness! But what was it "really" like to live in Medieval Times? Perhaps you would like to see all this through the eyes of a serf, a knight, a princess, or maybe even a monk.
In your quest you will discover the world of the feudal system and explore Medieval castles. You will complete projects along the way to progress from being a mere serf to attaining the title of king or queen.
Are you ready to learn what is kept in a keep, how a morning star is used, or what (besides water) can be found in a moat? Be alert as you transform your thinking from a fairytale world to a land of reality."
Question: "What was life 'really' like in Medieval Times, and what do we know now that could have made their lives better?"
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What makes this an interesting WebQuest
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- Excellent staged mastery of the roles from serf to royalty.
- Good use of ongoing student products and assessments.
- The creative ploy of choosing a contemporary person to go back in time to solve a problem confronting Medieval culture ensures that students transform the information they have acquired into a new interpretation.
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