Saxon village life - part 1

The video describes the role of the chief in protecting the village and the structure of the compound, including important buildings. It details the construction of houses using materials like wood and wattle and daub, and highlights the differences between the chief's house and ordinary villagers' houses. Villagers keep animals inside their homes for safety and warmth.

What is the role of the chief in the village?

Describe the construction materials used for the walls of the house.

What is wattle and daub, and how is it used in the house?

How do ordinary villagers' houses differ from the chief's house?

What are the reasons for keeping animals inside the houses at night?