Geography and Immigration
What were the 5 Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms?
Kent, Wessex, East Anglia, Mercia, and Northumbria
Why did kings make new Law Codes ?
To make new statutes, upgrade other ones, or re-state old laws
When King Arthur came back to claim his kingdom who won, him or Mordred?
King Arthur.
What type of community did the Anglo-Saxons have?
A rural community
What happened to many people that had a high social role in their town or community?
They became kings
When did the Anglo-Saxons migrate to their territory?
During the Dark Ages or the 5th and 6th centuries
Did the Anglo-Saxons have Prisons?
No, they either got executed or fined
What weapons were found at a burial ground in Sutton Hoo, Britain?
A long iron pole that was a mix between an axe and a hammer, 5 long spears three of which had sharp barbed ends, a long and strong iron sword in a case called a scabbard, and a shield that was decorated.
What could criminals do instead of paying fines?
They could become slaves
Why did the Saxons movie to Britain?
Because their was lots of floods in their home territory
Where is Anglo-Saxons territory located in modern day?
The Anglo-Saxons controlled most of modern day England, Scotland, and Ireland.
What happened if they did a crime that wasn't that serious?
They had either a hand or nose cut off
How did King Mordred make an army?
Because he gave away so much stuff, the citizens made an army for him.
What happened if criminal could not pay the fine?
They were killed by anyone who wanted to kill them
Who was attacking the Saxons before they came to Britain?
Many other Germanic groups
Where did the Anglo-Saxons migrate to?
The Anglo Saxons migrated into areas like England, Mercia, East Anglia and other areas near the north sea.
What happened if they killed or hurt somebody?
They had to pay for the damage done to the person.
What did king Modred do to gain popularity throughout the kingdom?
He gave away a lot of valuables to the citizens so he would gain popularity
How many slaves were there in a village?
There were so many slaves that the village could be mainly made up of slaves
What were these high social roles?
People like council members , or military officers in a local militia
Who became the new Anglo Saxon King after King Harold Godwinson died?
William the Conquerer who lead the The Normans of France against the Saxons
What happened if people ran away from prison?
They became outlaws and anybody could hunt them, except if they were hiding in a church
Who told people that King Arthur had died so he could get the throne?
Temporary king Mordred
Who controlled the legislative part of the government?
The council and the king
Who became kings when the Romans left Britain?
People of high popularity, power, and strength.