World History teaching resources for the high school classroom: lesson plans, worksheets, quizzes and simulation games for KS3, IGCSE, IB and A-Level teachers.
 

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Shorter Approach

Why did Henry II and Becket argue?

The quarrel between King Henry II of England and Archbishop Thomas Becket of Canterbury is one of the most famous in history. In this investigation you will learn about what the causes and the results of this quarrel were, and form your own opinion about which was the saint and which the sinner.

What happened to Archbishop Becket?

Highlight all the FACTS in the account in one colour, and all the OPINIONS in another. Change each of the opinions so they make Henry sound like a sinner, and Becket a saint. Delete any facts which do not make Becket sound very nice. Compare your finished accounts with a partner, then with the class. Your teacher will read out a sample account when you have all finished.

Longer Approach

ActiveHistory Mystery: Murder in the Cathedral

The "History Mysteries" lessons are designed as stand-alone projects which each last 3-4 hours.
Through engaging historical topics, they teach skills of problem formulation, deductive reasoning, independent research, groupwork and structured writing.
There is a standard teacher lesson plan and student record sheet / markscheme for each activity.