Doomsday Book Flashcards
1
Q
When was the doomsday book created?
A
1085
2
Q
When was it completed?
A
1086
3
Q
Who was surveyed?
A
The whole country
4
Q
What was the doomsday book?
A
2 huge books written in latin
5
Q
When did soldiers accompany the commissioners or Clarks?
A
To have a threatening presence in case someone lied
6
Q
What was the purpose of the doomsday book?
A
To know who has what, to know how many people there are and so that William could know what to charge for taxes.
7
Q
How did the doomsday book get its name?
A
It got its name because it was compared with god’s final judgement day
