WILLIAM'S ANCESTORS

Question 0

What was William before he was the King of England?

Answer 0

The Duke of Normandy

Question 1

What were William’s two biggest ideas?

Answer 1

The Feudal System and the Domesday Book - Both sorted out how the country would be taxed fairly.

Question 2

When was William’s reign as King of England?

Answer 2

1066-1087

Question 3

When was William Rufus’ reign as King of England?

Answer 3

1087-1100

Question 4

What castle did Rufus construct?

Answer 4

Carlisle Castle

Question 5

Where did Rufus’ constructed castle allow him to take control of?

Answer 5

Cumberland and Westmoreland

Question 6

Was Rufus strict?

Answer 6

Yes - he was quite mean

Question 7

What leadership quote did he enforce during his rule? (Hint: Danny Rand)

Answer 7

To rule with an Iron Fist - People led a rebellion against him

Question 8

Why was Rufus very wealthy?

Answer 8

He was the first successor of William the Conqueror, the Feudal System was still very popular, most of the Conqueror’s money went to Rufus

Question 9

Which King of Scotland forced repulse against him?

Answer 9

King Malcom III

Question 10

What did King Malcom III have to do after. He failed to invade?

Answer 10

Pay homage

Question 11

When did Henry I rule as King of England?

Answer 11

1100-1135

Question 12

Who did Henry I marry to end the feud between Scotland and England?

Answer 12

Matilda of Scotland

Question 13

How did Henry I gain favour of his subjects?

Answer 13

He was able to govern - This created a strong bond with the church

Question 14

Whilst the Feudal System was gaining power, who did Henry I receive lots of money from?

Answer 14

The church and the medieval government

Question 15

When did Stephen I rule as King of England?

Answer 15

1135-1154

Question 16

How long did Stephen fight through the Medieval Civil War?

Answer 16

14 years

Question 17

What phase of the civil war was Stephen killed at?

Answer 17

The final stage

Question 18

Did Stephen have any other ways to get money apart from the Feudal System and money from Henry I?

Answer 18

No

Question 19

When did Henry II rule as King of England?

Answer 19

1154-1189

Question 20

How did Henry II increase his popularity with the locals?

Answer 20

He formed a strong favourable relationship with the church - This even allowed the locals to pay him more!

Question 21

When did Richard the Lionheart rule as King of England?

Answer 21

1189 - 1199

Question 22

When Richard was convinced that to be a worthy king, he lead a crusade after _____ ruled _______

Answer 22

1) Saladin

2) Jerusalem

Question 23

How did many see as Richard’s characteristics?

Answer 23

Noble and had lots of self confidence - It was approved by many

Question 24

Name one place where Richard got money from on his voyage.

Answer 24

Sicily

Question 25

On his crusade, what did Richard do to whoever he came across?

Answer 25

He tried to be popular by respecting them

Question 26

When did John rule as King of England?

Answer 26

1199-1216

Question 27

What was John’s nickname? (Hint: BKJ)

Answer 27

Bad King John

Question 28

Why did the locals give him a negative nickname?

Answer 28

He was brutal, abusive and disrespectful towards them. He got into many battles and lacked creativity.

Question 29

What adjustment did John make to the Feudal System?

Answer 29

He increased the tax rates

Question 30

John failed to regain. Normandy from who?

Answer 30

King Philipin - 1214