Y8 2.1 Claimants to the English Throne in 1066 (Textbook Wilkes)

Who was the King of England when Edward the Confessor died?

• William of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Harald Hardrada

• Edgar

What were the traditions followed to decide the new ruler after a monarch's death?

• The monarch's son always became the new ruler

• Another male relative with a good claim became the new ruler

• The dying king's choice determined the new ruler

• The king's close advisors nominated the new ruler

Why did William of Normandy believe he had the best claim to be the next king?

• He was the son of Edward the Confessor

• He had the support of the Witan

• Edward had promised him the throne

• He was the most feared warrior in Europe

What advantage did Harold Godwinson have over his rivals when Edward died?

• He was already in England

• He had a strong army from Normandy

• He was the son of Edward the Confessor

• He had the support of the Vikings

Which contender had the nickname 'the Ruthless'?

• William of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Harald Hardrada

• Edgar

Who supported Harald Hardrada's claim to the English throne?

• Tostig

• William of Normandy

• Edward the Confessor

• Harold Godwinson

What was the position of Harold Godwinson?

• Duke of Normandy

• King of Norway

• Earl of Wessex

• King of England

What did William of Normandy capture and order the townsmen to be skinned alive?

• Alençon

• Wessex

• Norway

• Normandy

Who was the most powerful man in England at the time of Edward's death?

• William of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Harald Hardrada

• Edgar

Which contender had the support of the English monks?

• William of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Harald Hardrada

• Edgar