WK 3, QUESTIONS FOR DISCUSSION SECTIONS:

Readings:
Einhard's Life of Charlemagne in Geary, pp. 282-296 and
Carolingian Capitularies, in Geary, pp. 297-320

1. Who is Einhard, and what are his concerns?

2. What image does Einhard present of Charlemagne's personality and   
   character?
   Does his level of education limit his abilities as a ruler?

3. What kind of educational and cultural program did Charlemagne foster?

4. How far does the role of the government extend in Carolingian society?
   Note government functions in Capitularies (legislation, criminal/civil law,
   administration of justice, taxation, economic issues, religion, etc.)

5. What do the Capitularies tell us about the range of religious beliefs
   and practices among the people of Charlemagne's empire? 

6. What is Charlemagne's relationship to the church and the papacy?