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The Role of Monasteries in Medieval & Early Modern UK

History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the development and significance of monasteries in medieval and early modern Britain through a timeline activity and comprehension questions.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#The Church & Religion
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Monasteries
#Explain the purpose and activities of monasteries in medieval Britain
#Compare the importance of monasteries over time
#Analyse how monasteries influenced society and politics in early modern Britain

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The Role of Monasteries in Medieval & Early Modern UK

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Timeline of Monasteries in Medieval & Early Modern Britain

Medieval Period (c. 900-1500): Monasteries flourish as centers of learning, religion, and charity.

1215: The Magna Carta is signed, reflecting the growing influence of church and monarchy.

1536-1541: The Dissolution of the Monasteries under Henry VIII leads to the closure and destruction of many monasteries.

Post-1541: Remaining monasteries are repurposed or fall into ruin, changing their role in society.

Early Modern Period: Some monasteries survive or are rebuilt, continuing to serve religious and educational functions.

1.
Outline the key events in the history of monasteries from 900 to 1541. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
2.
Compare the functions of monasteries before and after the Dissolution of the Monasteries. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
3.
Explain how monasteries influenced society and politics in early modern Britain. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
4.
Analyse the reasons for the Dissolution of the Monasteries. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
5.
Write a brief summary of how monasteries changed during the early modern period. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
6.
Compare the role of monasteries in medieval times with their role in early modern Britain. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
7.
Explain why monasteries were important to medieval society. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
8.
Analyse the impact of the Dissolution of the Monasteries on local communities. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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