Year 7 - History
Women in medieval Norwich
Local history: how similar were medieval lives in Norwich?
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn about the similarities and differences between various medieval lives in Norwich. In doing so, they build deep knowledge of one particular historical place and what it tells us about medieval England more generally.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain the different experiences women had in medieval Norwich.
Key Notes
- Women in medieval Norwich were involved in a wide range of trades and industries.
- Some women in Norwich entered religious communities.
- Some women in Norwich enjoyed high levels of literacy, including Julian of Norwich.
- Women faced many barriers such as restricted opportunities and male jealousy.
- Women's experiences were affected by their class.
Vocabulary To Learn
- nun: a nun is a woman who has withdrawn from normal life to dedicate her life to God
- literate: if you are literate then you are able to read and write
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- All women in medieval Norwich had the same experience as one another.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
Women in medieval Norwich were involved in a wide range of trades and industries. Some women in Norwich entered religious communities.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'nun'
a nun is a woman who has withdrawn from normal life to dedicate her life to God.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: All women in medieval Norwich had the same experience as one another. Correction: Female experiences were varied, especially by wealth and social class. Those from wealthier backgrounds were more likely to be literate.
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