What was the outcome of the Battle of Fulford Gate?

A Viking victory for Harald Hardrada

An English Victory for Edwin and Morcar

What surprise element did the English forces have at the start of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

They arrived unexpectedly, catching the Vikings off guard.

They had built strong fortifications.

What was the overall result of the Battle of Stamford Bridge?

A draw, with heavy losses on both sides

The Vikings managed to escape without significant losses

Why did William the Conqueror build castles across England?

To establish military control and suppress rebellions.

To provide comfortable homes for his Norman knights.

To serve as centers for trade and commerce.

To showcase Norman architectural styles.

What was the primary purpose of the Domesday Book?

To survey the land, its owners, and resources for taxation purposes.

To document the laws and customs of the Anglo-Saxons.

To record the history of England before the Norman Conquest.

To list the names of all the soldiers who fought at the Battle of Hastings.

The Domesday Book provided William with valuable information about:

Who owned what land and its value.

The popular songs and stories of the time.

The construction techniques used in Anglo-Saxon buildings.

The religious beliefs of the English people.

What was the basis of the feudal system introduced by William the Conqueror?

A hierarchical system of land ownership in exchange for loyalty and service.

A system of democratic elections for local leaders.

A system of trade agreements with neighboring countries.

A system where all land was owned directly by the peasants.

What was the "motte" in a motte and bailey castle?

A deep ditch filled with water.

What was the "bailey" in a motte and bailey castle?

An enclosed courtyard at ground level.

The main tower built on the mound.

A wooden bridge connecting the motte to the outer defenses.

Underground tunnels used for escape.

Which of the following was an advantage of a motte and bailey castle?

It could be built relatively quickly using readily available materials.

It offered superior protection against siege weaponry.

It provided ample space for large garrisons and supplies.

It was less vulnerable to fire.

What was a significant disadvantage of a motte and bailey castle?

The wooden structures were susceptible to fire and decay.

It was very expensive to construct.

It was difficult to defend due to its large size.

Which of the following was an advantage of a stone keep castle over a motte and bailey castle?

It offered greater resistance to attack, including siege engines and fire.

It could be constructed more quickly.

It was less expensive to maintain.

It provided better visibility of the surrounding countryside due to its lower height.

Which of the following was a common method used to attack a medieval castle?

Sieges, involving surrounding the castle and cutting off supplies.

Building larger and more comfortable houses nearby to encourage surrender.

Sending polite requests for the inhabitants to leave peacefully.

Offering large sums of money to the defenders to switch sides.

Siege towers were used in attacks to:

Allow attackers to reach the top of the walls.

Destroy the foundations of the castle walls.

Launch large stones over the castle walls.

Which of the following was a defensive tactic used by those inside a castle under siege?

Launching arrows, stones, and hot liquids at the attackers.

Opening the gates and charging the enemy head-on.

Ignoring the attackers and continuing daily life.

Surrendering immediately to avoid casualties

How did the introduction of castles, the Domesday Book, and the feudal system collectively contribute to William's control of England?

They established a strong military presence, a detailed record of resources, and a system of loyalty that centralized power in the hands of the King.

They encouraged cultural exchange and understanding between Normans and Anglo-Saxons.

They primarily focused on improving agricultural output and trade.

They aimed to integrate England into a larger European political system.

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