NORMAN CONQUEST (1066)

The Norman Conquest began on what date?

• A. 28 September 1066

• B. 14 October 1066

• C. 25 September 1066

• D. Early 1071

Who was the Duke of Normandy who led the Norman conquest?

• A. Harold Godwinson

• B. Harald III of Norway

• C. William the Conqueror

• D. Edward the Confessor

The Battle of Hastings, which marked the decisive victory of the Normans, took place on what date?

• A. 28 September 1066
  

• B. 14 October 1066

• C. 25 September 1066

• D. Early 1071

King Harold II of England was victorious at the Battle of Stamford Bridge.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The Norman Conquest largely removed the __________ ruling class, replacing it with a foreign, French-speaking monarchy.

• A. Scandinavian

• B. Irish

• C. Welsh

• D. Native

What significant change did the Norman Conquest bring about in the English language and culture?

• A. The adoption of Latin as the primary language

• B. The introduction of Gaelic influences

• C. The transformation of English into a French-based language

• D. The creation of a new written script

The Norman Conquest strengthened Scandinavian influence in England.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The Norman Conquest paved the way for future Norman conquests in ________ and _________.

The Norman Conquest led to a rivalry between England and __________, which continued for centuries.

What was the approximate timeframe for the resistance and rebellions against Norman rule?

• A. 1066-1071

• B. 1066-1088

• C. 1071-1088

• D. 1088-1100