Quiz on William and Robert

Who was William's eldest son?

• Henry

• Robert

• Philip

• Matilda

What nickname did William give to his son Robert?

• Shorty

• Curthose

• Longshanks

• Dumpty

Why did William refuse Robert's request to succeed as ruler of Normandy and Maine in 1077?

• He thought Robert was too young.

• He wanted to rule himself.

• He did not think Robert was ready to take control.

• He preferred his other sons.

What prank did Robert's younger brothers play on him?

• They hid his horse.

• They dumped water on his head.

• They locked him in a room.

• They stole his crown.

Where did Robert take refuge after being ordered into exile?

• England

• Spain

• France

• Germany

Who gave Robert a castle to use as a base for raids into Normandy?

• Philip, King of France

• William Rufus

• Matilda

• Henry

What happened to William in the battle of 1079?

• He was captured.

• He was knocked off his horse.

• He won decisively.

• He was injured by an arrow.

Who attempted to reconcile Robert and William throughout 1079?

• Philip

• William Rufus

• Matilda

• Henry

When did Robert and William finally reconcile?

• Christmas 1078

• Easter 1080

• Summer 1079

• Winter 1081

What was the outcome of the reconciliation between Robert and William?

• Robert was exiled again.

• William chose a new heir.

• Robert was reinstated as heir for Normandy.

• They went to war again.