5 Questions
In which period did the social hierarchy in Anglo-Saxon England exist?
Dark ages Britain
What are some of the factors that have been used to define social class in Britain?
Material wealth, ownership of the means of production, education and job status, accent and dialect, birth and breeding, and lifestyle.
What is another term for social class?
Class
What was possible in terms of social mobility in Anglo-Saxon society?
A certain amount of social mobility was possible, and merchants who made trips abroad in their own ships could become Thanes.
What is the definition of social class according to the text?
A group of people within a society who possess the same socioeconomic status.
Study Notes
Social Hierarchy in Anglo-Saxon England
- The social hierarchy in Anglo-Saxon England existed during the Anglo-Saxon period.
Defining Social Class in Britain
- Factors used to define social class in Britain include:
- Wealth
- Occupation
- Family background
- Education
- Lifestyle
Alternative Terms for Social Class
- Social class is also referred to as social status.
Social Mobility in Anglo-Saxon Society
- In Anglo-Saxon society, it was possible for individuals to move up or down the social hierarchy through:
- Marriage
- Inheritance
- Military achievement
- Trade and commerce
Definition of Social Class
- Social class is a system of social stratification based on a combination of economic, social, and cultural factors that determine an individual's position within a society.
Test your knowledge of the historical evolution of social classes in the United Kingdom with this quiz. Explore the social hierarchies in dark ages, Middle Age, Elizabethan, and Victorian England, and compare them to the contemporary class system.
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