The Battle of Hastings
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Which king's death started the Battle of Hastings? When? Why?
Edward the Confessor's because he died without any heirs - January, 1066
100
What was the Domesday Book? Who asked for it and why?
The first census created to record land ownership, resources, and taxes owed across England, so William could control the kingdom and collect revenue.
William the Conqueror ordered it in 1086.
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Where did the plague start? How did it spread so quickly across Europe?
It started in the area of Central Asia and it spread fast as it travelled along trade routes, carried by rats, fleas, and infected people moving between cities.
100
What artifact is depicted in the photo? Describe it.
The Bayeux Tapestry is a nearly 70-meter-long embroidered linen cloth from the 11th century, depicting the Norman Conquest of England in 1066.
100
TRUE or FALSE:
The day after the death of the king, Harald was coronated.
FALSE - It was Harold
200
What advantage did William's army have during the Battle of Hastings?
William had a mixed army of archers, infantry, and cavalry, giving him more flexibility.
Harold’s army was mostly tired infantry who had just marched from another battle.
200
In what year was Magna Carta issued?
BONUS: If answer correctly double your points!
1215
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When did the Black Death reach Europe? Until what year did it last?
1346-1353
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Did plague doctors during 14th century outbreak wear protective masks?
NO - It's popular belief, but it started in 17th century.
200
Where did the plague first enter Europe? Explain the situation
Messina, Sicily
- Genoese trading ships arrived carrying infected rats and fleas.
- People in Messina quickly fell ill, and the plague spread across Italy and then the rest of Europe.
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Who contested the English throne? Must include all 3 names...
1. Harold Godwinson
2. William, the Duke of Normandy
3. Harald Hardrada, King of Norway
300
Why was Magna Carta created? Who wrote it?
Because rebel barons forced King John to limit his power after years of heavy taxation and failed military campaigns. The barons wanted to gain protection against royal abuse.
300
Name at least 3 symptoms of plague:
- Painful swellings (buboes) near the armpits, groin, or neck
- High fever and chills
- Headaches and body aches
- Black or dark spots on the skin
- Extreme weakness
- Severe breathing problems
- Coughing up blood
- Death usually within a week if untreated
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Which parts of the Magna Carta are still used today? Name at least 2 laws.
1. Freedom of the Church
2. Liberties of the City of London - running its own courts, officials, etc.
3. Right to Due Process
300
TRUE or FALSE:
The Battle of Hastings lasted about 6 hours.
FALSE - It lasted about 9 hours.
400
To what extent was Harold responsible for his own defeat? Give me at least two reasons.
Harold made several questionable decisions:
- Fighting Hardrada first left his army weakened.
- He did not wait for reinforcements from the north or from the fyrd.
- He chose to fight immediately rather than defend London.
However, William’s planning, cavalry, and tactics also played a major role, so Harold was partly, but not entirely, responsible.
400
Was King John considered a good or bad king? Give me at least 3 reasons supporting your answer:
1. He was cruel and untrustworthy
2. He lost important wars
3. He taxed people heavily
4. He fought with the Church
5. His barons rebelled
400
What were some major consequences of the Black Death?
It caused huge population loss, economic disruption, labour shortages, and major social and religious upheavals across Europe
400
Who was Stephen Langton?
Archbishop of Canterbury.
His appointment caused a major quarrel between King John and the Pope.
Langton became a leading figure in pushing John to accept limits on his power.
400
What does Magna Carta mean?
Magna Carta” means Great Charter. It comes from Medieval Latin, where magna means “great” and carta means “charter” or “document.”
500
Who won the Battle of Hastings? When was he coronated?
William the Conqueror - Christmas Day, 1066
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How many surviving original copies of the 1225 Magna Carta exist today?
4
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What is the name of the bacteria that caused the Black Death? Bonus 100 points for correct spelling.
Yersinia pestis
500
What is showed in the picture? Why were they built?
William need to control England fast.
Wood was easy to find and didn’t require skilled stone masons, which allowed Normans to gain fast control.
500
LESS or MORE -
The Hundred Years' war lasted LESS or MORE than 100 years.
MORE - It lasted 116.