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Who guided the Normans through the Battle of Hastings?
William the Conqueror
What fake rumour was spread during the battle?
They said that the duke was dead
Name 3 words that were brought by the Normans
Court, parliament, justice, felony, art, literature, beef, pork.
When did English regained prestige?
Between 13th and 14th century.
What weapons did the Normans use? Name at least 5.
battle-axe, bow, spear, lance, shield, sword, knight, mace or club
What was the language of the ruling elite after 1066?
Norman French.
Which population was "related" to the Normans?
Vikings
What is the current name of the place where the Battle of Hastings happened?
Battle.
In what other places did the Normans arrive?
Southern Italy, Sicily, Holy Land.
What big changes did the Normans bring to the English society?
Abolition of slavery, spreading towns in the countryside.
What was the role of the knights?
Pledging loyalty to the lord and promising to fight when needed, in exchange for land.
How many ships were in William's army and why does the chronicles say they were 3000?
They were between 700 and 800. Chronic,es tend to exaggerate facts.
Why was Battle Abbey built?
Because Pope Alexander ordered the Normans to do penance for killing so many people in battle during their conquest of England.
How much time did William the Conqueror have to prepare himself for the Battle?
Two weeks.
How many soldiers were there in both of the armies?
Between 5000 and 7000.
How was the lamprey described?
Slimy, jawless fish with a nostril on top
What are the main features of Romanesque architecture? Hint: they are 4.
Thick walls, rounded arches, large towers, decorative stone carvings.
When was Battle Abbey severely damaged?
In the 15th century, during the suppression of monasteries ordered by Henry the VIII.
When did William tne Conqueror order the Domesday Book?
1086