William The Conquerer Flashcards

1
Q

What 2 places was William royalty in?

A

He was royalty in Normandy then conquered England

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2
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What did William make?

A

The feudal system and the doomsday book

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3
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What did William make the church think?

A

He made the church think that the king was connected to God

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4
Q

what was William?

A

he was a religious entity

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5
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What are the 3 F’s?

A

Faith, fieth, and fealty

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6
Q

If you had money you were _____.

A

smart. Money= nobility= power

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7
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What do you have to take if William gave you power?

A

The oath of allegiance

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8
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What was the obligation of the noble?

A

Serve in the kings army and supply additional knights. Also serve in the kings court and give him money

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9
Q

What was the feudal contract formal agreement?

A

Both parties maintain there part of the bargain, king protects nobles and barons

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10
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What is a vassal?

A

A servant

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11
Q

Explain the feudal system

A
God         
        /\
      King
       /  \
     Noble
      /     \
  Vassal of                10% 
    Baron 
    /        \
  Vassal of 
   tenants
   /          \                 90%
  peasants
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