anglo saxons Flashcards

1
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Anglo saxon crimes?

A

‘crimes against the person’ - theft, assault, fights

‘crimes against property’ - theft, arson, poaching

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Anglo saxon law enforcement?

A

hue and cry
tithings
taking an oath
trial by ordeal

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3
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what were the trials of ordeals?

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trial by hot water
trial by hot iron
trial by cold water
trial by blessed bread

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4
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Anglo saxon punishments?

A

the wirgild
capital punishment
corporal punishment
stocks and pillory

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What was the wirgild?

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If someone was killed, the murderer would have to pay a fine to the victims family.
The amount depended on their status.

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6
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what years was the anglo saxon period?

A

410 - 1066

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