Diary of a Lord, Knight, or Serf in Medieval Europe

Directions: You are either a lord, knight, or serf in feudal Europe! Using information from class on the different social roles, you will write a journal entry about your life. Make sure to include the following in your writing, which should be at least two meaningful paragraphs:

Paragraph One:

1. What role do you have in Medieval Europe? (lord, knight, or serf)


2. How was your role in society determined?


3. What are your basic responsibilities?


4. What are your overall feelings about life in your social class?

Paragraph Two:

1. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages about living as a member of your social class.


2. What is your relationship like with members of the other two groups?


3. How can your life be improved?