GACE History: Hundred Years' War Chapter Exam

How did military technology influence outcomes in the Hundred Years' War?

• Although England won most major battles with their longbow, ultimately it was no match for French firepower.

• The English were able to defeat the French with their cannons.

• French weaponry was not as powerful as the new English swords and armor.

• The French crossbow was no match for the British guns used to end the war.

Which statement best explains the Battle of Crecy?

• England surrendered to the French after massive casualties.

• England defeated France with their skill in longbow fighting.

• France defeated the English with their crossbow technique.

• France lost the battle of Crecy to end the war.

Why is the Battle of Castillon significant in the Hundred Years' War?

• It marked the beginning of the war.

• It held the highest number of casualties in French history.

• England defeated France and took control of Paris.

• France defeated England to end the war.

Who aided France in victory at the Siege of Orleans?

• Joan of Arc

• Francois I

• Napolean

• Longbowmen

From 1337 to 1453, why were England and France at war?

• Over trade routes to the Mediterranean Sea

• Over territories in Africa they both believed to have claimed

• Over an English claim to the French throne and their landholdings in France

• Over a French claim to the English throne and their landholdings in England

What was the primary cause of the Hundred Years' War?

• Control over English territories in France

• Prevent spread of Catholicism

• Prevent spread of Protestantism

• Stop invaders from Scotland

• Women's rights

At the end of the Hundred Years' War, which territory remained under English control?

• Castillon

• Crecy

• Normandy

• Paris

• Calais

Why was Joan of Arc considered a valuable resource to the French during wartime?

• Joan could not read or write, so she was easy to trick into signing contracts to fight for the French.

• Joan was a trained military fighter.

• Joan had a significant amount of money that she was willing to give to France's war fund.

• Joan claimed she could hear and see religious figures that would offer her advice to share with the king.

Which battle showcased the effectiveness of English longbow tactics?

• Castillon

• Crecy

• Orleans

• Agincourt

Which event marked the conclusion of the Hundred Years' War?

• France captured Calais from England.

• France defeated England at the Battle of Castillon.

• England won at Crecy using longbows.

• England crowned a new monarch in Paris.