Monastery

1. Read the Monastery background essay and take notes on it. 2. We will take notes on the role of the Church (influence, roles, and corruption) in the European Middle Ages. 3. Monks' duties - Be prepared to answer the following questions:
 * What was the primary purpose of a monk's life?
 * What was the single most important accomplishment of the Christian Church in the Middle Ages?
 * The monastery had several purposes. What were four uses of the monastery?
 * How was knowledge preserved?
 * Why would someone join a monastery?
 * What factors led to the decline of the church?

- an actual capital letter clearly drawn - a decorative background - the use of many colors - an overall fancy look to the letter - use the majority of an A4 paper
 * Illuminated letter assignment**