Medieval England Quiz

Medieval England Quiz

6th Grade

20 Qs

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Medieval England Quiz

Medieval England Quiz

Assessment

Quiz

History

6th Grade

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20 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason William 1st introduced the Feudal System to Medieval England?

To promote trade

To organise society and land ownership

To encourage education

To develop new technologies

Answer explanation

William 1st introduced the Feudal System to Medieval England to organise society and land ownership, not for promoting trade, encouraging education, or developing new technologies.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the two main houses involved in the War of the Roses?

House of York and House of Lancaster

House of Tudor and House of Stuart

House of Windsor and House of Plantagenet

House of Hanover and House of Saxe-Coburg

Answer explanation

The two main houses involved in the War of the Roses were the House of York and the House of Lancaster.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which English king had six wives?

Richard III

Henry VII

Henry VIII

Edward VI

Answer explanation

Henry VIII is the English king who had six wives, making him a well-known historical figure for his multiple marriages.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Black Death?

A series of wars

A deadly plague

A type of castle

A religious movement

Answer explanation

The Black Death was a deadly plague that swept through Europe in the 14th century, causing widespread death and devastation.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a motte in a motte and bailey castle?

A wooden bridge

A stone wall

A raised earthwork

A water-filled ditch

Answer explanation

In a motte and bailey castle, a motte refers to a raised earthwork, typically a man-made hill, on which the keep or tower of the castle is situated.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which year did the Battle of Hastings take place?

1066

1215

1415

1485

Answer explanation

The Battle of Hastings took place in the year 1066, making the correct answer choice 1066.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main cause of the Black Death?

Contaminated water

Fleas on rats

Poor hygiene

Bad weather

Answer explanation

The main cause of the Black Death was fleas on rats, which carried the disease and spread it to humans through bites.

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