trans-latio: The foundation of a medieval town

sâmbătă, 28 februarie 2026

Complete the sentences by changing the form of the word in brackets (e.g., change a noun to an adjective or a verb to a noun).

The __________ (defend) walls were the most important feature of any medieval town to keep out invaders.
Many streets were not planned; instead, they had an __________ (organize) growth that followed the shape of the land.
The cathedral was usually the most __________ (impress) building in the center of the town.
Because space inside the walls was limited, builders used "jettying" to __________ (maximum) the living area on upper floors.
The __________ (spirit) life of the citizens revolved around the local parish church or cathedral.
Local merchants formed guilds to increase their __________ (economy) power and control trade.
Walking through the narrow, winding streets can feel like being in a __________ (mystery) labyrinth.
Modern architects still admire the __________ (construct) of heavy timber-framed houses from that era.

Answer the following questions using your own words to practice your B1 speaking or writing skills.

Defense: Why were walls and gatehouses considered the most important "shell" of a medieval town?
Urban Planning: In what ways did a medieval town differ from a modern city in terms of how the streets were designed?
Social Life: What were the two main functions of the Market Square, and why was it located in the center?
Architecture: Explain the concept of "jettying." Why did people build the upper floors of their houses wider than the ground floor?
Materials: What is "half-timbering," and why do you think most common people used wood and mud instead of stone to build their homes?

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