Module 10 The Monarchies of Western Europe: England Flashcards
Who was known as Edward the Confessor?
Edward, King of England, known for his piety and devotion to God
Edward built Westminster Abbey and was popular with the people.
What significant event occurred on January 5, 1066?
Edward the Confessor lay dying, leading to a power struggle for the English throne.
Who was Harold Godwin?
A powerful noble who claimed the throne after Edward the Confessor’s death.
What claim did William, Duke of Normandy, have to the English throne?
He claimed that Edward had promised him the throne in 1052.
What was the Battle of Hastings?
A battle on October 14, 1066, where William defeated Harold Godwin’s forces.
What tactic did William use during the Battle of Hastings?
He ordered his troops to feign a retreat to draw the English out of formation.
What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?
William became the king of England, known as William the Conqueror.
What is the Domesday Book?
A survey ordered by William to assess his kingdom and tax potential.
What did the Magna Carta achieve?
It restricted the king’s power and established the principle of habeas corpus.
What principle is considered the bedrock of modern governments in the Magna Carta?
Everyone, including the king, is under the law.
What crisis led to the signing of the Magna Carta?
King John’s attempts to raise taxes without noble approval and imprisonment without trial.
Who forced King John to sign the Magna Carta?
Rebellious nobles.
What happened to King John after he refused to abide by the Magna Carta?
He died of dysentery while trying to hide.
Fill in the blank: Edward the Confessor was known for his _______.
[piety and devotion to God]
True or False: The English monarchy was successfully conquered after 1066.
False
What was the relationship between Edward the Confessor and Harold Godwin?
Harold was Edward’s political ally and powerful noble.
What was the significance of the Bayeux Tapestry?
It depicted the events of the Norman Conquest, including the Battle of Hastings.
What cultural influence did William the Conqueror introduce to England?
Elements of French culture.
