an order of monks which focused on prayer and reflection

William de Warenne

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)

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Match each term with its correct definition.

William de Warenne was an important {{}} of William I.

Which abbey was William de Warenne inspired by during his pilgrimage?

In which part of England did William de Warenne have large amounts of land?

William de Warenne fought alongside William, Duke of Normandy, at Hastings.

De Warenne was rewarded with lands for his loyalty to William.

De Warenne went on a pilgrimage with his wife, Gundrada.

They stayed at Cluny Abbey in France and were looked after by Cluniac monks.

De Warenne decided to found his own Cluniac priory in Lewes.

De Warenne founded a second Cluniac priory at Castle Acre, Norfolk.

Starting with the earliest, sort the following events into chronological order.

In what year was Castle Acre Priory founded?

In what year did Norfolk become part of the Danelaw?

Queen Boudica of the Iceni led a rebellion against the {{}} occupation of Norfolk in 60 CE.

On which historic trail was Castle Acre located?

Which buildings contributed to Norwich becoming one of England's wealthiest medieval towns?

Ralph the Staller, Roger de Breteuil and Neville

Ralph de Gael, Roger de Breteuil and Waltheof

Ralph of Cluny, Roger de Breteuil and Bigot

Ralph of Norwich, Roger de Breteuil and de Warenne

Which three earls led the rebellion against William I in 1075?

William crushed the Revolt of the Earls and laid {{}} to Norwich Castle for three months.

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