How William Kept Control Flashcards
When did William become the King of England?
William became the King of England on Christmas Day in the year 1066.
What did William need to do after becoming king?
After becoming king, William needed to establish control over the rest of the country.
What were the first types of castles, and what were they made of?
The first castles were motte and bailey castles, consisting of a mound (motte) and an enclosed area (bailey), both made of wood.
How did William improve the construction of castles?
William started building stone castles, such as the Tower of London, in significant locations. These stone castles were more durable and imposing structures.
What impact did the stone castles have on the landscape and the people?
Stone castles were large and easily visible on the landscape. The presence of these castles made the peasants feel observed, influencing their behavior to comply with orders.
Describe the structure of the Feudal System in England. Who was at the top and who was at the bottom?
The Feudal System had a structure with the king at the top, followed by barons (loyal to the king), then knights, and finally, peasants at the bottom.
What was expected of everyone in the Feudal System?
Everyone had specific responsibilities they needed to fulfill to keep the land they were given.
How did the Feudal System help in controlling England?
The Feudal System provided an organized way to manage society, ensuring that everyone knew their place and what was expected of them, which made controlling England easier.
What did William do with the Domesday Book?
William sent men to over 13,000 villages to record information about the people living there, including details about residents, their social status, and the livestock they owned.
How did the information collected in the Domesday Book help William control England?
The data gathered in the Domesday Book was used to enforce taxes, which helped William assert control over England.
Why was it called the ‘Domesday Book’?
It was named the ‘Domesday Book’ because it suggested that William, similar to God, had comprehensive knowledge about the land and its inhabitants, implying his authority and control.
When did the Harrying of the North take place?
The Harrying of the North occurred during the winter of 1069-70.
Who led a rebellion in York, and what was the outcome?
Edgar the Atheling led a rebellion in York that William easily crushed.
What were the consequences of William’s response to the rebellion?
William ordered the destruction of villages, slaughter of farm animals, and burning of crops. He even salted the earth, making it impossible for crops to grow. This led to thousands of deaths, both from violence and starvation.
What did the Harrying of the North show about rebelling against William?
The harrowing consequences highlighted the severe outcomes of attempting to rebel against William’s rule.
