The Battle of Hastings and Norman Conquest Quiz

Who were the invaders in the Battle of Hastings?

• The Saxons

• The Normans

• The Romans

How many soldiers died on the day of the Battle of Hastings?

• 7,000

• 8,500

• 10,000

• 5,000

What year is considered the most memorable date of the Middle Ages due to the Battle of Hastings?

• 1077

• 1066

• 1080

• 1054

What significant artifact tells the story of the Battle of Hastings?

• Sutton Hoo Helmet

• Bayeux Tapestry

• Domesday Book

• Rosetta Stone

Who claimed the English throne after the English king died without a clear heir?

• Edward and Richard

• Harold and Henry

• William and Edward

• Harold and William

Who was killed in the Battle of Hastings, leading to William becoming the conqueror?

• Richard

• Henry

• Edward

• Harold

What was built by William to defend his realm after the conquest?

• Buckingham Palace

• Windsor Castle

• Westminster Abbey

• Tower of London

What was the outcome of the Norman conquest for England?

• Established a strong centralized government

• Weakened the monarchy

• Decreased trade with Europe

• Isolated Britain from Europe

Led the Norman Conquest and became King of England in 1066 C.E.

• King John

• Henry II

• William the Conqueror

• Hugh Capet

Match the following

• Stone fort served as home for Lord/King

• First part of Middle Ages sometimes called...

• Dark

• Castle

• Peasants

• Serfs