Normans Flashcards
What is the origin of the Normans?
The Normans originated from the Norsemen, specifically Viking settlers in what is now northern France.
True or False: The Normans were initially a Scandinavian people.
True
Fill in the blank: The Normans are best known for their conquest of _____ in 1066.
England
Who was the leader of the Normans during the conquest of England?
William the Conqueror
What language did the Normans speak after settling in France?
Old Norman or Old French
Multiple Choice: What was the primary role of the Normans in medieval society? A) Merchants B) Warriors C) Farmers
B) Warriors
What significant architectural style is associated with Norman buildings?
Romanesque architecture
True or False: The Normans were known for their advanced shipbuilding techniques.
True
Fill in the blank: The Normans established a feudal system in _____ after their conquest.
England
What was the name of the battle where the Normans defeated King Harold II?
The Battle of Hastings
Multiple Choice: Which document, commissioned by William the Conqueror, recorded landholdings in England? A) The Magna Carta B) The Domesday Book C) The Doomsday Register
B) The Domesday Book
What was the primary impact of the Norman Conquest on the English language?
It introduced a significant number of French words and phrases.
True or False: The Normans had no influence on the culture of England.
False
Fill in the blank: The Normans built many _____ to establish control over their territories.
castles
What was the name of the treaty that divided the Norman territory between William the Conqueror and his half-brother?
The Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte
Multiple Choice: Which of the following regions did the Normans NOT invade? A) Italy B) Scotland C) India
C) India
What is the term for the descendants of the Normans in England?
Norman English
True or False: The Normans established a monarchy in England that lasted for centuries.
True
Fill in the blank: The Normans were known for their _____, which included knights and mounted soldiers.
military prowess
What was the main reason for the Norman expansion into England?
To gain land and power.
Multiple Choice: The Normans influenced which of the following aspects of English life? A) Cuisine B) Religion C) Both A and B
C) Both A and B
What was the role of the feudal lord in the Norman system?
To manage land and provide protection to vassals.
True or False: The Normans adopted the local customs of the regions they conquered.
True
Fill in the blank: The _____ was a key military innovation introduced by the Normans.
stirrup
