The Battle of Hastings Flashcards
(31 cards)
What year did the Battle of Hastings take place?
1066
Who were the main opposing leaders in the Battle of Hastings?
King Harold II of England and Duke William of Normandy
True or False: The Battle of Hastings was fought on October 14.
True
Fill in the blank: The Battle of Hastings was a pivotal event in the ________ Conquest.
Norman
What was the main reason for Duke William’s invasion of England?
To claim the English throne
Multiple Choice: Which battle tactic was famously used by the Normans during the battle? A) Cavalry Charge B) Shield Wall C) Archery
A) Cavalry Charge
What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?
William of Normandy won and became King of England.
True or False: King Harold II was killed during the battle.
True
What significant artifact commemorates the Battle of Hastings?
The Bayeux Tapestry
Short Answer: What was the significance of the Battle of Hastings for England?
It marked the beginning of Norman rule in England.
Which two armies fought in the Battle of Hastings?
The English army and the Norman army
Fill in the blank: The English army was primarily composed of ________.
Infantry
Multiple Choice: What was one of the factors that contributed to Harold’s defeat? A) Lack of soldiers B) Poor weather C) Exhaustion from fighting at Stamford Bridge
C) Exhaustion from fighting at Stamford Bridge
What was the name of the hill where the battle took place?
Senlac Hill
True or False: The Battle of Hastings was the last successful invasion of England.
True
Short Answer: How did William of Normandy secure his victory?
By using feigned retreats and effective cavalry maneuvers.
What was the role of archers in the Battle of Hastings?
They provided long-range support for the Norman forces.
Fill in the blank: After the battle, William was crowned King of ________.
England
Multiple Choice: What impact did the Normans have on English society after the battle? A) They ended the monarchy B) They introduced feudalism C) They abolished the church
B) They introduced feudalism
True or False: The Bayeux Tapestry depicts the events leading up to and including the Battle of Hastings.
True
Short Answer: Who was Harold’s predecessor as King of England?
Edward the Confessor
What was a major consequence of the Norman victory at Hastings?
The establishment of Norman rule and culture in England.
Fill in the blank: The battle is often seen as a turning point in ________ history.
English
Multiple Choice: What was one of the key features of the Norman army? A) Heavy infantry B) Cavalry C) Archers
B) Cavalry
