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Hıstory 7

C. Complete the text on page 90 with the sentences 1-5 below.

1. With paper brought in from China, they translated Greek, Iranian and Indian texts, thus amassing
a wealth of knowledge.
2. With their huge stained glass windows, grand, pointed arches and tall spires, they still characterise
many European cities today.

3. Now we know that this is not the case, as the Middle Ages was a complex and vibrant time, full of
achievement.
4. Their aim was to remove Muslims from the land that they considered Holy.

5. Ordinary people across Europe were forced to donate ten percent of their earnings to the church,
which was not taxed.

D. Choose the correct meaning of the words below.

1. intervening 4. vast
a) coming between two things a) very big
b) coming after something b) very powerful
2. resurrect 5. feat
a) to stop doing something that is outdated a) mistake
b) to restore an old way of thinking b) achievement
3. amass 6. leave a mark on
a) collect a) have a negative effect
b) lose b) have a lasting effect

E. In pairs, answer the questions.
1. How did the Middle Ages get its name?
2. Why were people of this era considered to be barbarians? Is this idea true or false?

3. How did religion become powerful during this era?
4. What were the crusades and what impact did they have on European life?
5. How did religious architecture develop during the Middle Ages?

F. Discuss the questions in pairs or groups.
1. To what extent do you think the religious ideas of the Middle Ages have shaped our culture today?
2. To what extent do you think the science and learning of the Middle Ages has contributed to
modern life?
3. Which cities do you know in which medieval architecture is predominant?

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