The Ultimate Battle of Hastings Quiz

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Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?

The Welsh army and the Norman army

The Anglo-Saxon army and the French army

The English army and the Norman-French army (correct)

The Scottish army and the French army

What was the reason for the Battle of Hastings?

A disagreement over religious beliefs

A succession struggle between several claimants to the throne (correct)

A dispute over land ownership

A trade dispute between England and France

What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?

A decisive Norman victory (correct)

A victory for the Norwegian King Harald Hardrada

A decisive English victory

A stalemate resulting in a truce

What was the tactic adopted by the Normans during the Battle of Hastings?

Pretending to flee in panic and then turning on their pursuers Signup and view all the answers

How did William become king of England?

He defeated all of his opponents in battle Signup and view all the answers

What were the consequences of the Battle of Hastings for England?

The Norman Conquest of England began, leading to significant changes in English society and government. Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Tostig in the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings?

Tostig was the brother of Harold and a claimant to the English throne. He allied with Harald Hardrada and invaded England, but was defeated by Harold at the Battle of Stamford Bridge. Signup and view all the answers

Where was William crowned king of England?

William was crowned king of England on Christmas Day 1066 after further marching and some skirmishes. Signup and view all the answers

The Ultimate Battle of Hastings Quiz

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Who fought in the Battle of Hastings?

What was the reason for the Battle of Hastings?

What was the outcome of the Battle of Hastings?

What was the tactic adopted by the Normans during the Battle of Hastings?

How did William become king of England?

What were the consequences of the Battle of Hastings for England?

What was the role of Tostig in the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings?

Where was William crowned king of England?

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