The Normans GCSE History Quiz
Test your knowledge of The Normans with this quiz.
This quiz consists of 15 questions, including multiple-choice, short-answer, and extended-response questions.
For multiple-choice questions, choose the correct answer.
Questions
Which battle in 1066 led to William of Normandy becoming King of England?
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What was the main reason for William’s victory at the Battle of Hastings?
William’s victory was due to a combination of factors: superior tactics (such as feigned retreats), Harold Godwinson’s tired army after the Battle of Stamford Bridge, and William’s well-trained and organised forces.
Which English king did William defeat to take the throne in 1066?
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The Normans introduced the feudal system to England.
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What was the purpose of the feudal system?
The feudal system was designed to create a hierarchy of loyalty and landholding, ensuring William’s control over England. Land was granted to barons in exchange for military service and loyalty, which was passed down through knights to peasants.
What was the Domesday Book?
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Why was the Domesday Book important to William the Conqueror?
The Domesday Book allowed William to assess the wealth and resources of his kingdom for taxation purposes and helped him consolidate his control over England.
What was the Harrying of the North (1069–70)?
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Norman castles, such as motte-and-bailey castles, were built to demonstrate power and control.
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How did the construction of Norman castles help William maintain control of England?
Castles acted as military strongholds, administrative centres, and symbols of Norman authority. They were strategically placed to suppress rebellion and dominate the local population.
What was the role of Archbishop Lanfranc in the Norman Church reforms?
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How did the Norman Conquest change the English Church?
The Normans replaced Anglo-Saxon bishops with Normans, reformed monasteries, introduced Romanesque architecture, and increased the Church’s alignment with the Pope and continental practices.
Which language became dominant among England’s elite after the Norman Conquest?
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The Normans introduced trial by combat as part of their justice system.
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Explain how the Norman Conquest changed England politically, socially, and culturally.
The Norman Conquest brought significant changes to England. Politically, William introduced the feudal system, consolidating royal power by granting land to loyal barons in return for military service. Norman rule replaced the Anglo-Saxon elite, with Norman barons taking over landownership. Socially, the hierarchy was restructured, and peasants’ lives became more controlled through feudal obligations. Culturally, Norman French became the language of the elite, influencing English over time. The Church was reformed, aligning with continental practices, and Romanesque architecture transformed the landscape with cathedrals and castles. These changes laid the foundation for a new social and political order in England.
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