R and J - King Richard overview

How did Richard succeed to the throne?

• peacefully, after his Dad died
• winning a civil war
• buying the throne
• taking it from Richard

What was Richard's nickname?

• Lionheart
• Lackland
• Softsword
• Dickie

What did Richard do to his brothers?

• banished them
• promoted them
• made them pay more tax
• made them polish his crown

How did Richard treat barons?

• with respect
• badly
• gave them cake
• they all hated him

What does primogeniture mean?

• when the eldest son inherits
• when the youngest son inherits
• a tax that you paid so you didn’t have to fight
• when the eldest child inherits

Who was given the job of running the country when Richard was on crusade?

• William Longchamp
• William Shortlegs
• William, Duke of Normandy
• Will.i.am

What was a justicar?

• someone who had the authority of the king when he is not there
• someone who had no authority of the king when he is not there
• someone who only travels in a horse and cart
• someone who collects taxes

What did John encourage the barons to do when Richard was away?

• rebel
• go on a crusade
• support Richard
• eat more vegetables

What did John claim had happened to Richard?

• he had died
• he had run off with the Queen of France
• he had been made Pope
• he had switched sides

How long was Richard in England for while king?

• 6 months
• 12 months
• 18 months
• 3 years