Question |
Answer |
Where do you think Edward lived? |
In the countryside |
What kind of house do you think he lived in? |
A cottage with only one or two rooms |
Which phrase best describes his belongings? |
Some things needed fixing or replacing. |
How many mattresses and rough sheets did he own? |
3 mattresses and one pair of rough sheets |
What were his most valuable belongings? |
All the animals |
What did he do for a living? |
He farmed some land. |
Where do you think Margery lived? |
In the countryside |
What kind of house do you think she lived in? |
A big house with lots of rooms |
Which phrase best describes her belongings? |
Some things were expensive. |
How many mattresses and rough sheets did she own? |
15 mattresses and 20 pairs of rough sheets |
What were her most valuable belongings? |
All the animals |
What did she do for a living? |
She owned a large amount of land and people worked for her. |
In summary, how would you describe them? |
Margery was rich. Edward wasn't very rich or very poor either. |
Think about what you know about Edward. Which of these objects might he have owned and used? |
Dish |
Think about what you know about Margery. Which of these objects might she have owned and used? |
Salt container |
Think about what you know about Edward. Which of these objects might he have owned and used? |
Ale mug |