Warm-up Flashcards
(26 cards)
What year did the Norman Conquest of England begin?
1066
Who was the Duke of Normandy during the conquest?
William the Conqueror
True or False: The Battle of Hastings was fought in 1066.
True
Fill in the blank: The Norman Conquest began with the invasion of England by _____.
William the Conqueror
What was the primary reason for the Norman Conquest?
To claim the English throne
What battle marked the decisive victory for the Normans over the English?
The Battle of Hastings
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a key event in 1066? A) The signing of the Magna Carta B) The Battle of Hastings C) The War of the Roses
B) The Battle of Hastings
Who was the English king defeated at the Battle of Hastings?
King Harold II
True or False: The Norman Conquest resulted in the establishment of Norman rule in England.
True
What year did William the Conqueror become King of England?
1066
Fill in the blank: The Norman Conquest led to significant changes in English _______.
society and culture
What was the name of the document that recorded the results of the Norman Conquest?
The Domesday Book
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a consequence of the Norman Conquest? A) Introduction of feudalism B) Development of the English language C) Establishment of the Catholic Church
C) Establishment of the Catholic Church
What was the name of the battle where Harold II was killed?
The Battle of Hastings
True or False: The Normans built many castles in England after the conquest.
True
What significant battle occurred on October 14, 1066?
The Battle of Hastings
Fill in the blank: The Norman Conquest resulted in the creation of the _____ monarchy in England.
Norman
Who was the last Anglo-Saxon king of England?
Harold II
Multiple Choice: What was a major impact of the Norman Conquest on the English language? A) It became less diverse B) It incorporated many French words C) It was completely replaced by French
B) It incorporated many French words
What year did the Battle of Stamford Bridge occur, which preceded the Norman Conquest?
1066
True or False: The Norman Conquest had no significant impact on English law.
False
Fill in the blank: The Norman Conquest led to the establishment of a new _____ system in England.
feudal
What was the primary military tactic used by the Normans at the Battle of Hastings?
Cavalry charges
Who was the Pope that supported William the Conqueror’s claim to the English throne?
Pope Alexander II
