Monarchy And Government

Question 1

What where 2 of the kings 4 most important task ?

Answer 1

• defend his country and propel form attack usually leading the army themself requiring military skill
• pass good lawns and to make sure they where obeyed
• defend the church and it’s appointed leader
• manage the earls and nobles so they co operated with his decisions and helped run the country effectively

Question 2

Who where the kings royal household?

Answer 2

• The king
• his family
• his household soldiers

Question 3

Who where the kings court ?

Answer 3

• Kings household
• advisors
• the chief landowners
• bishops

Question 4

Who was in the Witan and what did it mean?

Answer 4

Meaning: Meeting of wise men
It included earls, Thengs and senior members of the church

Question 5

What was the role of the Witan?

Answer 5

when the king needed help on important issues:
- he called the witan
- It showed he had respect for their views even though he was the one to have the final say

Question 6

What was the Witans most powerful role?

Answer 6

If there was doubt on who the next king could be
The witan could meet and make a decision or recommendation but most of time it was given to whoever had the most military support