Women in the Middle Ages had very limited roles and faced much oppression. They were expected to handle household tasks while also facing persecution during events like the Inquisition. Some notable women included healers, who were often accused of witchcraft, and minstrels, who helped transmit culture through oral traditions but faced social restrictions. A few exceptional women, such as Christine de Pisan and Joan of Arc, were able to gain more prominence through their skills and accomplishments.