William's death and his sons Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
How did the Anglo-Saxons view King William?
A
Brutal and greedy.
2
Q
How did the Normans view King William?
A
Religious and devoted to family.
3
Q
Why did Robert resent William?
A
William did not punish Robert’s brothers for throwing a chamber pot at him.
4
Q
Who supported Robert during his rebellion against William?
A
The King of France.
5
Q
What was the outcome of Robert’s rebellion?
A
Robert was defeated.
6
Q
How did William die?
A
From a battle injury in 1087.
7
Q
Who inherited Normandy after William’s death?
A
Robert Curthose.
8
Q
Who inherited England after William’s death?
A
William Rufus.
9
Q
How did Robert respond to not becoming King of England?
A
He rebelled against William Rufus.
10
Q
Why did Robert’s rebellion fail?
A
It had little popular support.
