Year 5 Week 2 Review

Match the vocabulary words to the correct definitions.

• the act of hurting someone

• violent

• break something

• shattered

• conflict between 2 groups in the country

• landowner

• a monarch

• king

• people who owned the land

• civil war

When was Richard born?

Richard was born during the Wars of the Roses, a time of civil war where two rival branches of the royal House of Plantagenet were fighting for the throne.

• Hundred Years War.

• English Civil War.

• The Crusades.

• Wars of the Roses

Answer explanation

The question asks about the period in which Richard was born. The text mentions that Richard was born during a time of civil war, specifically the Wars of the Roses. This was a time when two rival Plantagenet branches were fighting for the throne. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Wars of the Roses'.

What were the two rival branches of the royal House of Plantagenet, and what were their emblems during the Wars of the Roses?

House of Lancaster: Emblem - Red rose

House of York: Emblem - White rose

• House of Plantagenet and House of Tudor.

• House of Lancaster and House of York

• House of Windsor and House of Hanover.

• House of Tudor and House of Stuart.

Answer explanation

The question asks about the two rival branches of the royal House of Plantagenet and their emblems during the Wars of the Roses. The correct answer is 'House of Lancaster and House of York', as it is mentioned in the question that the emblem of the House of Lancaster was a red rose, and the emblem of the House of York was a white rose.

What was the king's role in the country, particularly during battles?

King & Country

The King was the most powerful person in the country. He was expected to be a good soldier, able to lead his forces into battle.

• The king was expected to be a good soldier and lead his forces into battle.

• The king was expected to be a good diplomat and negotiate peace instead of going to battle.

• The king was expected to delegate the responsibility of leading forces into battle to his generals.

• The king was expected to stay in the palace and not participate in battles.

Answer explanation

The question asks about the role of the king in the country, especially in battles. Among the given options, the correct choice is that the king was expected to be a good soldier and lead his forces into battle. This fits with the information given in the question that the king is the most powerful person in the country and was expected to lead his forces into battle.

How could the regular people who worked on the land become very strong when they joined together to support one person?

• The king's court and French influence.

• Language barriers and communication difficulties.

• Coming together to be strong.

• Individual power and isolation.

Answer explanation

The question asked how regular people could become strong by supporting one person. The correct answer, 'Coming together to be strong', implies that unity is strength. When people unite and support one person, their combined strength makes them powerful. This choice clearly resonates with the query, while the other options do not directly address the question's theme of collective strength through unity.

What happened to Richard's father and older brother in 1460 at the Battle of Wakefield?

• They deserted the battlefield.

• They were captured by the enemy.

• They were wounded but survived.

• They died at the Battle of Wakefield.

Answer explanation

The question asks about the fate of Richard's father and older brother during the Battle of Wakefield in 1460. Among the given options, the one that states that they died at the Battle of Wakefield is correct. Their deaths had a significant impact on Richard's life and his future reign.

In 1461, what happened to Richard's brother, Edward?

In the year 1483, Richard's older brother Edward IV became the king of England. Richard was given the title of Duke of Gloucester and was made the Governor of the North, which meant he had an important job in the northern part of England. This made him a very important person in the country. It was the start of a series of important events that eventually led to Richard becoming the king himself, known as King Richard III.

• Edward was captured and imprisoned by Richard.

• Edward was killed in battle.

• Edward abdicated the throne and went into exile.

• Edward became King Edward IV.

Answer explanation

The question asks about the event that happened to Richard's brother, Edward, in 1461. Among the options provided, the correct choice is that Edward became King Edward IV. This is clearly mentioned in the context of the question. Additionally, Richard was named Duke of Gloucester and was appointed Governor of the North.

What did Richard do in 1482 that made him very popular?

Between the years 1472 and 1474, Richard, Duke of Gloucester, marries Anne Neville, and the couple makes their home in Middleham Castle, located in the picturesque region of North Yorkshire. During this time, Anne gives birth to their son, Edward, although the exact date of his birth remains unknown. In 1482, Richard assumes a prominent role in leading an army to invade Scotland, successfully recapturing the town of Berwick, which had been under Scottish control for two decades. These victorious military campaigns elevate his popularity among the people. However, in 1483, a pivotal moment transpires when Edward IV, Richard's brother, passes away on April 9th, leading to a series of significant historical events.

Answer explanation

The question asks about an action Richard took in 1482 that made him particularly popular. From the options provided, the correct answer is that he led an army to invade Scotland and recaptured Berwick. This is confirmed in the text, which mentions Richard's military victory in Scotland and the subsequent regain of Berwick, resulting in his popularity.

What were the two rival branches of the royal House of Plantagenet, and what were their emblems during the Wars of the Roses?

House of Lancaster: Emblem - Red rose

House of York: Emblem - White rose

• House of Tudor and House of Stuart

• House of Lancaster and House of York

• House of Plantagenet and House of Tudor

• House of Windsor and House of Hanover