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What was the cause of the Battle of Hastings?
What was the cause of the Battle of Hastings?
- A dispute over land ownership
- A disagreement over religious beliefs
- A succession struggle for the English throne (correct)
- A conflict over trade routes
Who were the two opponents in the Battle of Hastings?
Who were the two opponents in the Battle of Hastings?
- William, Duke of Normandy and Edward the Confessor, the former English king
- Harold Godwinson, the Anglo-Saxon King and Tostig, his brother
- William, Duke of Normandy and Harald Hardrada, the Norwegian King
- William, Duke of Normandy and Harold Godwinson, the Anglo-Saxon King (correct)
What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?
What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?
- Both sides suffered heavy casualties
- An English victory
- A stalemate
- A decisive Norman victory (correct)
What was the tactic used by the Normans to break the English battle lines?
What was the tactic used by the Normans to break the English battle lines?
What did William do after the Battle of Hastings?
What did William do after the Battle of Hastings?
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Do you know the historical significance of the Battle of Hastings? Test your knowledge with our quiz and discover the key players, events, and outcomes of this pivotal moment in English history. From William, the Duke of Normandy, to King Harold Godwinson, and the Norman Conquest of England, our quiz will challenge your understanding of this major battle and its impact on the country. Don't miss the chance to showcase your history skills and learn more about one of the most important events in British history
