Set 2, Contenders for the throne Flashcards
1
Q
What king died in 1066 without an heir?
A
Edward the confessor
2
Q
Whose claim to england did tostig support?
A
Harald Hardrada
3
Q
Whose sister was married to Edward the confessor?
A
Harold Godwinson
4
Q
What was the name of the group of earls and bishops who chose the next king of england?
A
The Witan
5
Q
What did william claim harold had done
A
MAde an oath that he would support william’s claim
