Y11 (Normans) Yorkshire (2)

What process would take place before the construction of a motte and bailey castle?

• Saxon land would be purchased by the Norman Baron

• Anglo-Saxon settlements would be destroyed to make way for the castle.

• Saxons would be moved to another part of town or village.

• Saxon housing would be dismantled and moved to a new location

Which building in York was first to be rebuild in stone after the Norman Conquest?

• The first Norman Castle

• The Second Norman Castle

• The Minister

• St Mary's Abbey

When were Norman castles in Yorkshire most likely to be built?

• Immediately after the battle of Hastings

• After the Rebellions in York

• After the Harrying of the North

• After William FitzOsbern was put in charge

Who did William sign a peace treaty with (Treaty of Abernathy) in 1072?

• Malcolm of Scotland

• Swein of Denmark

• Edgar Aetheling

• Earl Gospatric

Ninety percentage of York was held by how many Norman Earls?

• 20%

• 40%

• 70%

• 90%

Which of the following did William NOT build in York as a symbol of his power and authority?

• Royal House

• Royal Fishpond

• Royal Treasury

• Royal Chapel

Who did William want to associate himself with? Who did he want to be the "natural and legitimate heir" of?

• Saxons

• Romans

• Celts

• Vikings

What percentage of land in Yorkshire is described as "Waste" in the Domesday book?

• 10-25%

• 33-66%

• 50-80%

• 66-90%

What happens to the value of 60% of the most prosperous areas of the region between 1066-1086?

• Value remains the same

• Value increases

• Value declines

• Insufficient Evidence

There is extensive evidence (especially compared to other Towns in England) of Norman investment in York in the years after the conquest.

• True

• False