Spain: The Five Kingdoms Of Spain
In the late 15th century, there were five kingdoms in the Iberian Peninsula, Castile, Aragón, and, Navarre, the Muslim kingdom/in Granada. Spain's government was a Monarchy; the people of Spain had to serve the King, Queen, and any other royalty. The King Ferdinand II of Aragon and Queen Isabella I of Castile brought Castile and Aragon together. They were seen as strong Catholics during the time, those who refused to convert to Catholicism, were exiled. Granada was the first target that the King and Queen had to overcome. They wanted to seize political power and for religious uniformity in the peninsula. With help from the nobles and Council members they drew common people and people of the upper class to help control the kingdoms. King Ferdinand
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Even the poor had houses, but they were not the nicest. The houses, made of earth or hay, were resided in shanty huts. The Peasants had nicer houses, made of wood or earth, and were larger and more protective against the weather. The houses had a thatched roof, packed with dirt floor or tile, with windows covered by shutters. The wealthier folks lived in the city because they were able to afford the taxes. 25% of the population in Spain lived in the city while the majority lived in rural areas. Their homes were made from stone, wood, or bricks. The middle class people lived in rural areas with two-three rooms per floor with a slate roof and spiral staircase, known as a Tudor style house. The Kings and Queens of Spain lived in castles. Castles was a place of maximum safety and this was the rule that they all followed. The goal of a castle was to create multiple lines of defense to protect the King and Queen. The castles and watchtowers, kitchen, Chapel, courtyard, dungeon, and …show more content…
When they turned 7, they were handed over to tutors or taken to relatives to study. Male children had to carry on with the family name and business. While the boys were handed over, the girls stayed at home helping the parent in the field or house. They managed the house and spun wheels for create clothing for the
Even the poor had houses, but they were not the nicest. The houses, made of earth or hay, were resided in shanty huts. The Peasants had nicer houses, made of wood or earth, and were larger and more protective against the weather. The houses had a thatched roof, packed with dirt floor or tile, with windows covered by shutters. The wealthier folks lived in the city because they were able to afford the taxes. 25% of the population in Spain lived in the city while the majority lived in rural areas. Their homes were made from stone, wood, or bricks. The middle class people lived in rural areas with two-three rooms per floor with a slate roof and spiral staircase, known as a Tudor style house. The Kings and Queens of Spain lived in castles. Castles was a place of maximum safety and this was the rule that they all followed. The goal of a castle was to create multiple lines of defense to protect the King and Queen. The castles and watchtowers, kitchen, Chapel, courtyard, dungeon, and …show more content…
When they turned 7, they were handed over to tutors or taken to relatives to study. Male children had to carry on with the family name and business. While the boys were handed over, the girls stayed at home helping the parent in the field or house. They managed the house and spun wheels for create clothing for the