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Thomas Becket- Reading Comprehension/History
In this reading comprehension and history worksheet, students read a passage about the life of Thomas Becket before answering 7 multiple choice questions based on the reading.
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Thomas a Becket
Learners se of online resources including historical information from the city of Canterbury and a RealPlayer movie about the murder of Thomas a Becket,to learn of the history behind the Canterbury Tales pilgrimage.
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The Canterbury Tales
Students read Chaucer's Canterbury Tales and examine life in the Middle Ages. They create word webs and timelines about the Middle Ages. They complete research papers on chivalry and Thomas a Becket.
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Camp Canterbury-creating a Personnel Guide for Chaucer's Characters
Twelfth graders study the character sketches in Chaucer's Prologue to the Canterbury Tales.
They discuss the biography of Sir Thomas-a-Becket and his historical significance in the Medieval Era. They define a pilgrimage and brainstorm...
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The Middle Ages Quiz 1
In this Middle Ages quiz instructional activity, students complete a 10 question quiz. Page has answers and links to additional activities.
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Cliff Notes for The Canterbury Tales: Quiz
In this Canterbury Tales quiz interactive worksheet, 9th graders answer 12 multiple choice questions about the tales with immediate online feedback.
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Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Chaucer: Letter to Pope About Thomas Becket's Death [Pdf]
This is a one-page PDF of a letter from William, archbishop of Sens, to the Pope, in relation to the death of Thomas Becket.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: St. Thomas Becket
A long description from The New Advent of the life and religious significance of St. Thomas Becket and the pilgrimage city of Canterbury. Please note that ?The Catholic Encyclopedia? is a historic reference source and should be viewed in...
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: Becket, the Church and Henry Ii
An article about Henry II and Thomas Becket. Archived.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Chaucer: Background: The Canterbury Tales
This page provides the background for Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, a series of 22 short stories from 29 pilgrims traveling from Canterbury to Kent. It begins with a prologue that sets up the frame story and introduces the characters....
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Bbc History: Historic Figures: Thomas Becket (Ca. 1120 70): Portrait
An image of Thomas Becket.
British Library
British Library: Medieval Realms
A well-illustrated and colorful site about various aspects of the Middle Ages. Find sections on the death of Thomas Becket, A Book of Hours, Medieval Patterns, and Medieval Women.
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Web Gallery of Art: Reliquary of Thomas Becket
An image of "Reliquary of Thomas Becket", created by Master Alpais during the 1180's (Champleve enamel, 28 x 39 x 12 cm).
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Web Gallery of Art: Reliquary of Thomas Becket
An image of "Reliquary of Thomas Becket", created by Master Alpais during the 1180's (Enameled and gilt copper in wood, 21 x 20 x 9 cm).
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: The Murder of Thomas Becket
The Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170.
Britain Express
Britain Express: Medieval Britain: Who's Who in Medieval Britain
Thumbnail sketches of important figures of medieval England and Wales, including royalty, such as Richard III; religious figures, such as Thomas Becket; and writers, such as Langland and Chaucer. Most of the sketches also contain links...
University of Michigan
Middle English Compendium: The Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer
Read and search Chaucer's famous work, "The Canterbury Tales." Text is provided in untranslated Middle English.
Society of Archbishop Justus
Anglican.org: Church History
Anglican.org provides the church history of the "Anglican," or "English," church, which began in England in the sixth century.
BBC
Bbc History: British History: Middle Ages: The Character and Legacy of Henry Ii
A summary of Henry II's reign in England focuses on how his ruling style and key concerns were dictated by his character. Of particular interest is his relationship with members of his family, which determined the course of British...
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Abcteach: People
[Free Registration/Login Required] Print worksheets from biographies and autobiographies from famous people such as Sally Ride, Clara Barton, Abraham Lincoln, Francis Scott Key, Alexander the Great and many more.
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The Canterbury Tour
An excellent way to view the town of Canterbury, a Christian pilgrimage destination. Follow the instructions "on Navigating the Canterbury Tour" as you begin.
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Unesco: Uk: Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey,& St Martin's Church
Canterbury, in Kent, has been the seat of the spiritual head of the Church of England for nearly five centuries. Canterbury's other important monuments are the modest Church of St Martin, the oldest church in England; the ruins of the...
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British Library: Learning: Medieval Realms
A well-illustrated and colorful site about various aspects of the Middle Ages. Find sections on the death of Thomas Becket, A Book of Hours, Medieval Patterns, and Medieval Women.
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British Library: Learning: Medieval Realms
A well-illustrated and colorful site about various aspects of the Middle Ages. Find sections on the death of Thomas Becket, A Book of Hours, Medieval Patterns, and Medieval Women.