Saxon law, crime & punishment

The video explains the evolution of law from oral traditions to written records, detailing how laws are created by the King and his council, the Witten. It describes the judicial process, including the role of oath helpers and the severe punishments for crimes. The video also covers the trial by water, a method used to determine guilt or innocence.

What was the role of the King's meeting with the Witten?

• To organize festivals

• To create and document laws

• To collect taxes

• To discuss military strategies

In the hundreds court, who could speak on behalf of the accused?

• The King

• The Witten

• Oath helpers

• The jury

What could happen to someone found guilty of a crime?

• They would be exiled

• They would be imprisoned

• They might have a hand or nose cut off

• They would be fined

What was the purpose of the trial by water?

• To cleanse the accused

• To determine guilt or innocence

• To punish the guilty

• To entertain the public

What indicated innocence in a trial by water?

• Floating

• Sinking

• Drowning

• Swimming