Marriage to Cnut of Denmark and Queen for the Second time

The transcript discusses Emma's journey to Normandy after Ethelred's death and her subsequent marriage to Knut, which was politically motivated to maintain control over England. Emma's influence helped ensure peace in England and across the Channel with Normandy. Despite challenges, including threats to Knut's rule, Emma's sons were kept safe. Knut expanded his reign to Denmark and Norway, placing his previous wife Elf Giffu and their son Swain as regents in Norway, though their regency was unpopular and short-lived.

What was the primary reason for Knut's marriage to Emma?

• To ensure political stability in England

• To strengthen his claim to the Danish throne

• To form an alliance with the Norwegian nobles

• To gain control over Normandy

How did Emma's marriage to Knut affect her sons' claim to the English throne?

• It guaranteed their claim to the throne

• It nullified their claim entirely

• It promised a claim only if Emma bore a son

• It had no impact on their claim

What was one of the outcomes of Knut's marriage to Emma?

• Increased tension with Normandy

• A stronger alliance with the Norwegian nobles

• A decline in Emma's influence at court

• A period of relative peace in England

What significant event occurred in 1028 concerning Knut's rule?

• Knut set his sights on Norway and deposed Olaf

• Knut's regency in Norway collapsed

• Knut was deposed by the Norwegian nobles

• Knut became King of Norway

What was the result of Elf Giffu and Swain's regency in Norway?

• It led to a stronger alliance with Denmark

• It was unpopular and eventually collapsed

• It was a great success and lasted many years

• It resulted in Knut losing control over Norway