Iron Age And The Celts Flashcards
Where did the celts come from in Europe?
In Europe the Celts came from Hallstatt in Austria.
Where do we get information about the celts?
We get info about the celts from the Romans and archeologists .
What was a tuath ?
A tuath was a small Kingdom. Each one was ruled by a rí (king).
Name the types of people in Celtic society.
The types of people in Celtic society were judges, filí, bards, doctors, Druids and craftspeople.
Who were the aos dána?
The Aos dána were the learned and skilled people.
Women in Celtic Ireland.
Under Brehon law women could own property. They could be queens and warriors too. However most women did not belong to noble classes. They had little power so they spent most of their time cooking, weaving , sewing and taking care of children.
Name the four types of Celtic settlements. Describe one
Four types of Celtic settlements are Raths, Crannógs, Hillforts and Promontory forts. Raths were forts enclosed by ditches. They were mainly made from timber.
Describe farming in Celtic Ireland.
The farmers were the biggest group in the tuath. They grew crops and looked after animals. The whole tuath depended on them to supply food.
How did the Celts dress?
Rich men and women wore linen tunics. In winter they wore woollen cloaks. Poor men wore wool trousers and women wore a wool tunic.
Name two Celtic gods.
Two Celtic gods were called An Dagda and Brigid.
What is a Druid
A Druid is a Celtic priest. They are apart of the Aos Dána.
What does an ogham stone look like?
An ogham stone looks like a grave stone.
