The Normans: Knowledge Questions

What was the problem when Edward the Confessor died?

• Edward had no direct heir to the throne.

• Edward had to many heirs to the throne.

• Edward had a heir to the throne.

• Edward's heir was a girl.

How was Edgar Ætheling related to Edward the Confessor?

• Edgar was Edward’s nephew.

• Edgar was Edward’s brother.

• Edgar was Edward’s son-in-law.

• Edgar was Edward’s great-nephew.

What is the name of Harold Godwinson’s brother who helped Harald Hardrada invade England?

Who died at the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

• Harald Hardrada

• Herald Godwinson

The Pope supported William the Conqueror's invasion of England because he promised to reform (change) the English Church.

True or False?

• True

• False

What is the Doomsday book?

• A record of the size, value, ownership, and control of land in England.

• A record of the deaths and births in England.

• A record of the size, value, ownership, and control of land in France.

How was William, Duke of Normandy, related to Edward the confessor?

• William and Edward were father and son.

• William and Edward were brothers-in-laws.

• William and Edward were brothers.

• William and Edward were cousins.

How was Harold Godwinson related to Edward the Confessor?

• Harold was Edward’s brother-in-law.

• Harold was Edward’s father-in-law.

• Harold was Edward’s son-in-law.

• Harold was Edward’s brother.

What was the first battle for the throne in 1066?

• The Battle of Fulford Gate.

• Battle of Stamford Bridge.

• The battle of Hastings.

Who died at the Battle of Hastings?