Law and Order
Who takes care of the King's business and laws on a local level?
A Shire Reeve
How was the Church involved in the running of the country?
Members of the Witan, Trials and Punishments
Harold and Tostig below to which family?
The Godwinsons
Did Harold support Tostig during the uprising against him?
No
Why was King Edward nicknamed Edward the Confessor?
Because he was very religious, confessing his sins often.
The alarm to stop what you're doing and help look for a criminal
Hue and Cry
How was the Church involved in daily life?
People would pray or go the Church everyday to pray for their souls.
How many Earldoms were there?
6
What was Edith Godwinson's Husband?
King Edward the Confessor
When did Edward the Confessor die?
January 5th, 1066
What are the 3 trials by ordeal?
Trial by hot water, cold water, and hot oil.
Who are the two most powerful people in the church?
The Archbishop of Canterbury and York
What legal powers did Earls have?
The could oversee laws and give out punishments. They could not write new laws.
Where was Harold Godwinson Earl of?
Wessex (also East Agnlia)
What was the succession crisis?
Edward and Edith had no children, so no heir
What is a Wergild?
A compensation paid to families for a crime committed against them
Who were the 4 claimants to the throne after Edward's death?
Harold Godwinson, Harald Hardrada, Edgar Atheling, William Duke of Normandy
What were the leaders of the army, who worked for Earls, called?
Thegns
Why did the Northumbrians revolt against Earl Tostig?
Taxes, lack of loyalty, language barrier
Name 3 responsibilities of the King
Create laws, grant land to others, decide taxes
What is a blood feud?
If someone was killed, their family had the right to kill someone from the murderers family.
Which rival for the Throne had the blessing of the Pope?
William of Normandy
How could an Earl become more powerful than the king?
Have more wealth, and the loyalty of more Thegns.
What did Harold claim, in order to become the next King?
That Edward the Confessor had promised him the crown on his deathbed.
Where did Edward live when he was a young man?
Normandy, France