Williams Reign Flashcards
1
Q
Why was it hard for William to reign in the first place?
A
Nobody spoke French
2
Q
How did he stop the rebellions?
A
- Made motte and bailey castles
English built the castles
Home for barons
Knights could stop rebellions
3
Q
What is the Domesday book?
A
First book that shows who owns what - determined who owned what for tax purposes- what taxes are owed
Record book
Record of the “Great Survey”
1086
4
Q
Feudal system?
A
Land for service
Scutage = land instead of fighting