William and 1066

• Who was designed to be king in 1066?

  William of Normandy
• Who became king of England in 1642?

  Charles I
• Why would a medieval wardrobe look strange to modern people?

  They wore only one set of clothes
• How would a medieval town differ from a modern one?

  Shops and items have significantly improved
• What is depicted in the Bayeux tapestry regarding William and Harold?

  They are making an oath for support
• What evidence does William have to support his claim to the throne?

  He has no evidence to support his claim
• What significant event occurred in 1066 involving Harald Hardrada?

  He invaded the north of England
• What advantage did Harold Godwinson have at Stamford Bridge?

  The Danish left their armor on their boats
• What happened to Harold Godwinson during the battle?

  He was killed in battle
• What tactic did the Normans use at the Battle of Hastings?

  Feigned retreat to trick the English
• When did the Battle of Hastings begin?

  October 14, 1066
• What was the English army's defensive strategy at Hastings?

  They formed a shield wall for defense
• What was the outcome of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

  The English defeated the Danish invaders
• What did Harold Godwinson do after hearing about the Danish invasion?

  He took his army north to fight
• What was one of William's first actions after becoming king?

  He divided land among his supporters
• How did William control the Saxons?

  By burning villages to instill fear
• What was the purpose of the Motte and Bailey castles?

  To prevent rebellions and control the land
• What was the Domesday Book used for?

  To collect taxes and record land ownership
• What did the Domesday Survey reveal about land ownership?

  Only 250 people held all the land
• What was the Harrying of the North?

  A brutal response to northern rebellion
• What were the consequences of the Harrying of the North?

  Severe loss of income and disruption
• What did the Domesday Book not mention?

  Northumberland among surviving towns
• What did William do to the land around York after the rebellion?

  He burned vast areas to teach a lesson
• What was one of the main reasons for the Domesday Survey?

  To collect taxes more easily and accurately
• How did William respond to Edgar's rebellion?

  He paid the Vikings to leave
• What did the Domesday Book record about land ownership?

  Who owned what land and property
• What was the significance of the Domesday Book for historians?

  It became an invaluable source of information
• What role did Edward the Confessor play in the succession crisis of 1066?

  He named William as his successor
• What is the significance of the Bayeux tapestry in historical context?

  It illustrates the events of the Norman Conquest
• What tactics were employed by the Normans during the Battle of Hastings?

  They used feigned retreat to trick the English
• How did the Domesday Book impact feudalism?

  It centralized land ownership information
• What was the social structure under the feudal system?

  King, barons, knights, and serfs
• What were the reasons for the Viking invasions during this period?

  To regain power and territory in England
• What were the consequences of the Harrying of the North on local populations?

  Severe loss of income and social disruption
• What role did the Church play in land ownership post-invasion?

  The Church held around 25% of the land
• Who became king of England in 1642?

  Gauad
• Who wanted to be king in 1066?

  William of Normandy
• How would a medieval person's wardrobe look strange to a modern person?

  They are only used to wearing 1 set of clothes and 1 pair of shoes, so a modern wardrobe with many outfits would look very strange
• How would a medieval town look strange to a modern person?

  All the shops have improved and the items they sell have also improved, which they would not recognize
• What did the witness say?

  The witness said