Norman Conquest and Battle of Hastings

Norman Conquest and Battle of Hastings

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 7th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial covers the Norman Conquest, focusing on the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It explores the events of the battle, the composition and strengths of the Norman and Saxon armies, and the reasons behind William's victory. The tutorial also includes exam-style questions to help students prepare for assessments.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What year did the Norman invasion of England take place?

1492

1215

1776

1066

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the Battle of Hastings, which group of Norman soldiers attacked first?

Cavalry

Mercenaries

Archers

Infantry

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main defensive strategy used by King Harold's army?

Flanking maneuver

Ambush

Shield wall

Cavalry charge

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of weapon was NOT commonly used by the Norman knights?

Lance

Crossbow

Danish axe

Sword

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant disadvantage for the Norman cavalry during the battle?

Lack of armor

Difficulty moving uphill

Inferior weapons

Poor training

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many knights were approximately in the Norman army?

200

500

800

1000

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one reason for Harold's lack of preparation for the battle?

Underestimating William

No archers

Lack of troops

Poor weather

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