‘Prelude to the Modern World’ – Non-Fiction Literature Analysis

As you are reading the text, formulate answers to the following questions. Each answer should be a short paragraph
(4-5 sentences). To increase your understanding, it might be a good idea to reread the article upon completion and
mark in the article where you found your evidence to support your responses.

1. It could be said that the thesis of this article is, “The Middle Ages was a multifaceted period from which
evolved the roots of modern civilization.” What are five pieces of evidence within the article to support this
thesis?

2. What is your interpretation of the article? What tone or underlying theme do you think the author was
trying to communicate? Do you agree with it? Why or why not?

3. Please identify what you believe to be the single-most important aspect of the Middle Ages. Why did you
select the answer you did?

4. How would each of the following typical medieval person describe their role and everyday in this era?
o Feudal Noble:

o Medieval Bishop:

o Peasant: