paper 2-anglo-saxons and normans topics Flashcards
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Who were the Anglo-Saxons?
The Anglo-Saxons were a group of tribes that settled in England from the 5th century.
What is the significance of the year 1066 in English history?
1066 is significant because it marks the Norman Conquest of England.
What was the primary language of the Anglo-Saxons?
The primary language of the Anglo-Saxons was Old English.
True or False: The Normans were originally from Scandinavia.
True.
Fill in the blank: The Battle of Hastings took place in _____ 1066.
October
What is a key feature of Anglo-Saxon society?
A key feature of Anglo-Saxon society was a strong warrior culture.
Who was the leader of the Normans during the invasion of England?
William the Conqueror.
What system of governance did the Normans introduce to England?
The feudal system.
Multiple Choice: Which document was created in 1086 to record land ownership in England? A) The Doomsday Book B) The Magna Carta C) The Domesday Register
A) The Doomsday Book
What was the role of the king in Anglo-Saxon England?
The king was the central authority who ruled the kingdom and protected his people.
True or False: The Anglo-Saxons practiced Christianity.
True.
Fill in the blank: The Anglo-Saxon period lasted until the _____ Conquest.
Norman
What was the primary economic activity of the Anglo-Saxons?
Agriculture.
Who was Harold Godwinson?
Harold Godwinson was the last Anglo-Saxon king of England before the Norman Conquest.
What did the Normans build to establish their power in England?
Castles.
Multiple Choice: Which battle did William the Conqueror win to become king? A) Battle of Stamford Bridge B) Battle of Hastings C) Battle of Towton
B) Battle of Hastings
What was the primary purpose of the Domesday Book?
To assess land ownership and taxation in England.
True or False: The Anglo-Saxons had a written legal code.
True.
What was a ‘thane’ in Anglo-Saxon society?
A thane was a nobleman or warrior who held land from the king.
Fill in the blank: The Normans were known for their _____ architecture.
Romanesque
Who were the primary invaders of England before the Normans?
The Vikings.
What was the significance of the feudal system introduced by the Normans?
It structured society and land ownership, establishing a hierarchy.
What was a major cultural impact of the Norman Conquest?
The introduction of Norman French as the language of the elite.
True or False: The Anglo-Saxons were known for their art and literature.
True.
