Manor Life Project
The Assignment:
This assignment is designed to allow you to learn about life on a manor with a hands-on approach.
The first part of the project requires you to create a booklet or poster of information about life on the
manor. You must explain how society was structured, the rights and responsibilities of the different
social classes, the legal system used on the manor as well as the role of religion on the manor.
The second part of the project requires you to create a model or physical representation of a manor or an
element found on a manor. If you do a model of the entire manor, you should reference page 48. You
may also want to just create a model of specific structures/items. Be creative and use whatever materials
you want (Lego, Minecraft, popsicle sticks).
This project is designed to be done in groups (preferably four). Each member of the group will take on a
different role in society (King/Queen, Lord/Lady, Knight, Serf/Freeman) and complete their tasks through
this viewpoint. Once put together (along with the model) you will have a well-rounded view of what life
was like on a manor for people of all walks of life.
Note that your mark will reflect both the end product as well as the skills you demonstrate while working
on this IN CLASS. Your mark will not be as good if do things at home and don’t demonstrate your
ability to work cooperatively, communicate, self-regulate, etc. during class time.
Requirements:
This assignment contains two parts. Below is a detailed description of the requirements and expectations
for each part.
Part I - Written Section
Assign each group member of a role:
- King/Queen
- Lord/Lady
- Knight
- Serf/Freeman
For each of the part of the written section you will address the prompt from your POV. As such,
you can write in first person and use personalized pronouns (I, me, my)
- Description of the social hierarchy (approx. 150 words)
1.) Essentially, explain the pyramid!!!!
2.) What was the role of each group/class?
3.) What were their rights and responsibilities of each group?
4.) How does this system benefit or hurt you?
- A Day In The Life (approx. 200 words each)
1.) Explain a typical day in your life on the manor (or in your castle if you are the
King/Queen)
- An explanation of how the legal system worked (approx. 200 words)
1.) How do the courts/trials work?
2.) From your POV, do we like the system that is in place? Why?
- Explanation of the role and impact of religion (approx. 150 words)
1.) How does religion play a role in your day-to-day life?
- A Significant Artifact (one each)
1.) Include a visual of an artifact that plays a key role in your life. Explain what it is
and why.
Part II - Model/Visual Representation
You need to come up with some kind of a visual representation for your manor. It can be a model
of the entire manor, or just a singular aspect of it.
Or, you can come up with some kind of another visual representation for something related to
your manor (collage about fairness/equality; painting about an issue). You are to work on this
together and use the class time/materials provided.
Marking Criteria:
Areas of Strength Competencies A Good Project Areas for Growth
& Skills is/has…
Communication Presentation style
reflects creativity and
Writing & originality
Visuals Meaningful layout that
is easy to follow
Visually attractive and
shows attention to
detail
Model is creative,
accurate and shows a
great deal of effort.
Evidence Depth and breadth of
research is superior to
most.
Content & Relevant and
Information appropriate.
Manipulates it to
support an opinion.
Critical Thinking Excellent analysis and
& Analysis critical thought. Good
reasoning.
Perspective, Masterfully takes into
account perspectives
Continuity & of the colonists.
Change,
Ethical
Dimensions
