The Battle of Hastings Quiz

On which date did the Battle of Hastings take place?

• November 1, 1066

• December 25, 1066

• October 14, 1066

• September 25, 1066

What was the traditional way of fighting for the English?

• Guerrilla tactics

• Cavalry charges

• Forming a shield wall

• Using longbows

Who led the Norman forces in the Battle of Hastings?

• King Harold

• Edith the Swan-Neck

• William the Conqueror

• Bishop Odo

What did William hang around his neck during the battle?

• A sword

• A cross

• A shield

• Saints' relics

What was the initial reaction of the Normans when they thought William had been killed?

• They fought harder

• They panicked and began to rush down the hill

• They surrendered

• They retreated to their ships

How did William prove he was still alive?

• He waved the papal banner

• He sent a messenger

• He removed his helmet to reveal his face

• He raised his sword

What was Bishop Odo carrying during the battle?

• A spear

• A club

• A shield

• A sword

How did King Harold die according to early accounts?

• An arrow struck him in the eye

• Fell from his horse

• Trampled by horses

• Struck by a sword

Who identified King Harold's body after the battle?

• His mistress, Edith the Swan-Neck

• Bishop Odo

• William the Conqueror

• His brother, Gyrth

What did William build as penance for the carnage of the battle?

• A castle

• A church

• An abbey

• A monument