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The Anglo-Saxons
Why was the Norman Conquest fought?
William believed he was promised the crown, but never received it/ to conquer England
What year did the Norman Conquest take place?
1066
Where were the Anglo-Saxons in 1066?
England
What is the name of the leader of the Normans?
William the Conqueror, or the Duke of Normandy, or William I
How did King Harold Godwinson die?
In the Battle of Hastings. He was killed by William the Conqueror.
Which day was the day of King Harold Godwinson's death?
October 14, September 28th, or October 4th
October 14th
Where did King Harold Godwinson die?
What is the name of the king of the Anglo-Saxons at the time?
King Harold Goswind or King Harold or King Harold II
What was the Battle of Hastings fought for?
The English crown
What day was the Battle of Hastings?
Where did the Normans' troops land?
Pevensy Bay, Sussex.
What troops did the Normans' army have?
(You need to get at least two right)
Flemish, Norman, French, and Breton.
How did William the Conqueror die?
He died leading a campaign in Northern France
Why was September 28th important?
The Norman's army landed in Pevensy Bay
He died in Northern France, leading a campaign, but was buried in Caen, France.
What was William the Conqueror's original title?
(not William the I, his very first name)
Duke of Normandy
The House of Normandy was a royal house including William the Conqueror and his sons, William II Rufus, and Henry I Beauclerc.
What day was William the Conqueror officially named William the I?
December 25th
Where did the Battle of Hastings take place?
Hailesaltede, Sussex