1066 Historical Events Quiz

What does CE stand for in historical chronology?

• Common Era

• Current Era

• Christian Era

• Contemporary Era

Who invaded England first in 1066?

• Harold Godwinson

• William Duke of Normandy

• Harald Hardrada

• Edgar the Atheling

Where did William Duke of Normandy arrive in England?

• Hastings

• Senlac Ridge

• Pevensy

• Stamford Bridge

What advantage did Harold's army have at Senlac Ridge?

• Cavalry

• Archers

• Shield wall

• High ground

What trick did William's army use to break the shield wall?

• Burning castles

• Marching south

• Running away

• Firing arrows into the air

How did the Normans eventually win the Battle of Hastings?

• Breaking the shield wall

• Firing arrows into the air

• Using archers

• Hacking Harold to death

What does BCE stand for in historical chronology?

• Before Contemporary Era

• Before Current Era

• Before Christian Era

• Before Common Era

Which historical period is furthest back in time?

• Vikings

• Ancient Egyptians

• Normans

• Anglo Saxons

Who died in 1066 leaving no heir to the throne?

• Edward the Confessor

• William Duke of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Harald Hardrada

Who was related to Edward among the four men who wanted the throne?

• Harald Hardrada

• William Duke of Normandy

• Harold Godwinson

• Edgar the Atheling