What was charlemagne''s relationship with the saxons

Reference no: EM133687713 , Length: Word Count:1200

Assignment - Primary Source Essay Instructions: This assignment is to assess Charlemagne's Capitulary for Saxony 775-790 The final paper should be a minimum 1200 words to a maximum of 1500 words, double spaced, 12 pt. font, either Arial or Times New Roman and be presented in APA format. Your paper should cite at least two reliable sources. The purpose of this assignment is to introduce you to the critical evaluation of primary sources. These sources were produced in the past and represent our most direct contact with the people of that time.

Read the Capitulary for Saxony and evaluate the purpose and origin of the document using the questions below.

While preparing your paper you should consider the following questions:

1. What was Charlemagne's relationship with the Saxons?

2. Who was the intended audience for this document when it was originally created?

3. What is the political purpose of this document?

4. What is the religious purpose?

5. Was religion being used for political purposes?

6. Was Charlemagne's primary purpose to spread Christianity? If not, what was it?

Reference no: EM133687713

Questions Cloud

How people discovered that the berlin wall had collapsed : Describe how people discovered that the Berlin Wall had collapsed (opened for the public to cross to West Berlin). Was this event anticipated?

What are some of the longer term impacts of collapse of wall : What were peoples perspectives 20 years after the wall? what do you think about the art installation done in Berlin to remind residents of the wall?

How the myceaneans fought their wars : What does the archaeological evidence reveal about how the Myceaneans fought their wars? How did the Greeks adopt and improve upon these methods?

What are thoughts on china role-influence in russia conflict : What are thoughts on China role and influence in the Russia/Ukraine conflict?

What was charlemagne''s relationship with the saxons : What was Charlemagne's relationship with the Saxons? Who was the intended audience for this document when it was originally created?

Discuss the rise and fall of meroe : Be sure to mention its economy, government, and role of its military. Discuss the rise and fall of Axum.

How has historical evolution of us department of education : How has the historical evolution of the U.S. Department of Education influenced its current role and impact on educational policy-making?

Which undoubtedly influenced roosevelt''s revenue act : This Louisiana politician advocated a "Soak the Rich" tax, which undoubtedly influenced Roosevelt's Revenue Act; he also served as both governor.

Was there a hierarchy-government structure in these places : Identify the ethnic groups residing there and their way of life. Was there a hierarchy or government structure in these places?

User Account

All Pages