White Tower - sources and historical context

History

In 'Norman England: how did William the Conqueror subdue England?', pupils learnt about the reaction of the Anglo-Saxons to Norman rule and how William consolidated his 1066 victories. In this unit, pupils will learn how their knowledge of Norman England can be applied to a specific historic environment linked to the Normans.

Historic environment (Norman England)

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Which word describes a direct or first-hand piece of evidence from the past?

Which word describes what is happening at the time of a historical event, possibly shaping it?

The three types of sources most useful for learning about Norman England are {{ }}, text sources and...

Some events are only described briefly, or vaguely.

It was written within a year of the events it describes. 

It provides insights as to how the English felt about Normans.

accounts are often biased about Norman actions

Which of the following are limitations of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle as a source about Norman England?

not rewritten or recorded by later writers

have often been remodelled, extended or damaged

buildings provide evidence of technology and engineering skills

surviving buildings for ordinary people are very rare

Which of the following are strengths of Norman material sources?

Which word describes the language spoken by ordinary people in a region or country?

Which word describes the ability to choose and appoint bishops and abbots?

Complete the sentence: There are {{}} key topics making up the historical context of Norman England.

economic and social changes and their consequences

Which topics does 'Life under the Normans' not cover?

Archbishop Lanfranc and reform of the English Church

Which of the following relate to monasticism in Norman England?

Which word describes the support that an overlord provided to their vassal in return for homage?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

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