Norman Conquest and Feudalism in England
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Norman Conquest and Feudalism in England

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The 1066 __________ invasion led to the French-speaking Normans becoming a conqueror people.

Norman

The Norman rule was troubled by problems of __________, internal conflicts and opposition from Anglo-Saxon population.

succession

The English kings began to claim 'overlordship' to the whole of the British Isles, demanding __________ from all other rulers.

obedience

The English kingdom descended into a crisis and a civil war known as the '___________ of the Roses'.

<p>War</p> Signup and view all the answers

The '___________ Carta' was issued in 1215 as a result of the dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy.

<p>Magna</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Councils were referred to as __________ in order to raise funds with the consent of their subjects.

<p>Parliaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

The English kings held the upper hand for a long time, but were eventually thrown out of __________.

<p>France</p> Signup and view all the answers

The barons disavowed their allegiance to the ______ and the price for renewing it was for the King to sign the Magna Carta.

<p>king</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Magna Carta was reissued for King John's infant son and heir ______ III.

<p>Henry</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Magna Carta was a written document which limited the arbitrary exercise of the ______ will and stated the rights of some of the Crown's subjects.

<p>royal</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'Parliament' comes from the French word ______, meaning to speak.

<p>parler</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1265, Simon de Montfort introduced the beginnings of popular representation by summoning 2 ______ from each shire.

<p>knights</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'Model Parliament' of 1295 established the pattern for future parliaments and was truly representative of all three ______ of medieval society.

<p>estates</p> Signup and view all the answers

In 1341, the Commons were from now on housed in a chamber of their ______.

<p>own</p> Signup and view all the answers

The power of Parliament increased despite autocratic rule by the ______ in the 16th century.

<p>Tudors</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their corresponding dates:

<p>Norman invasion = 1066 Issuance of the Magna Carta = 1215 Hundred Years War with French monarchy = 1346-1453 War of the Roses = 1135-1154</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following English monarchs with their corresponding achievements:

<p>Henry Plantagenet = Pursued a distinctly ‘French’ policy Edward I = Gained control of most of Ireland and Wales Edward II = Defeated by Robert the Bruce at Bannockburn King John = Lost Normandy in 1214</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding meanings:

<p>Centralised feudalism = Reorganisation of royal government in England Overlordship = Demanding obedience from all other rulers War chest = Using England to finance wars in France Parliament = Councils to raise funds with the consent of subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following outcomes with their corresponding events:

<p>Magna Carta issuance = Dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy War of the Roses = English kingdom descending into crisis English kings' claim of overlordship = Demanding obedience from all other rulers Hundred Years War = English kings' involvement in French affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical figures with their corresponding achievements:

<p>Simon de Montfort = Introduced popular representation in Parliament Robert the Bruce = Defeated Edward II at Bannockburn Sir Walter Scott = Coined the phrase 'War of the Roses' King John = Signed the Magna Carta in 1215</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding historical events:

<p>Civil War = England from 1135 to 1154 Model Parliament = Established the pattern for future parliaments Councils = Raised funds with the consent of subjects Hundred Years War = English kings' involvement in French affairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following institutions with their corresponding descriptions:

<p>Parliament = Councils to raise funds with the consent of subjects Magna Carta = Document limiting the arbitrary exercise of the king's will Councils = Referred to as Parliaments to raise funds War chest = Using England to finance wars in France</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical events with their corresponding dates:

<p>Introduction of popular representation by Simon de Montfort = 1265 Establishment of the 'Model Parliament' = 1295 Housing of the Commons in a separate chamber = 1341 Reissuance of the Magna Carta for Henry III = 1217</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Magna Carta = A royal manifesto limiting the king's power Parliament = A medieval council convened by the king Overlordship = Claim to rule over the whole of the British Isles Estates of medieval society = The clergy, nobility, and commons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical figures with their contributions:

<p>Simon de Montfort = Introduced popular representation in 1265 King John = Signed the Magna Carta in 1215 Henry III = Reissued the Magna Carta upon coming of age Normans = Conquered England in 1066</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical documents with their characteristics:

<p>Magna Carta = A written document limiting the king's power Model Parliament = Representative of all three estates of society Royal manifesto = Issued by the king to proclaim their authority Charter = A document outlining the rights of the Crown's subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical periods with their events:

<p>13th century = Establishment of the Parliament 15th century = Increase in the power of Parliament 16th century = Autocratic rule by the Tudors Middle Ages = Medieval kings ruling by the right of blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their meanings:

<p>Parler = To speak in French Charter = A document outlining rights and privileges Council = A medieval assembly convened by the king Estates = Social classes in medieval society</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following events with their consequences:

<p>Issuance of the Magna Carta = Limitation of the king's power Introduction of popular representation = Increased participation in governance Establishment of the 'Model Parliament' = Pattern for future parliaments Reissuance of the Magna Carta for Henry III = Acceptance of the charter by the monarch</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following historical events with their significance:

<p>Signing of the Magna Carta = Limitation of the king's power Conquest of England in 1066 = Establishment of Norman rule Introduction of popular representation = Increased participation in governance Establishment of the Parliament = Development of constitutional monarchy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Norman invasion of 1066?

<p>The French-speaking Normans became a conqueror people, governing a predominantly English-speaking Anglo-Saxon population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of Henry Plantagenet's policy?

<p>Retaining French possessions using England as a 'War chest'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the English kings' claim of 'overlordship'?

<p>The English kings gained control of most of Ireland, Wales, and temporarily, Scotland.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the 'Hundred Years War'?

<p>The English kings held the upper hand for a long time, but were eventually thrown out of France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the Magna Carta issued in response to?

<p>The dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy of using England as a war chest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'Councils' in medieval England?

<p>They were used to raise funds with the consent of the subjects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the English kings' meddling in French affairs?

<p>The English kings were thrown out of France.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Magna Carta in a medieval setting?

<p>It limited the arbitrary exercise of the royal will and stated the rights of some of the Crown's subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 'Model Parliament' of 1295?

<p>It established the pattern for future parliaments and was truly representative of all three estates of medieval society</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the barons' dissatisfaction with royal policy in 1215?

<p>The king was forced to sign the Magna Carta</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the 1341 development in the English parliament?

<p>The Commons were granted priority over the Lords in the matter of voting funds for the monarch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the origin of the term 'Parliament'?

<p>It was derived from the French word for 'to speak'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Simon de Montfort's introduction of popular representation in 1265?

<p>It introduced the concept of representation in government</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the power struggle between the monarchy and the parliament in the 16th century?

<p>The power of Parliament increased despite autocratic rule by the Tudors</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Magna Carta in limiting the power of the monarch?

<p>It limited the arbitrary exercise of the royal will and stated the rights of some of the Crown's subjects</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Norman Conquest and Feudalism

  • 1066: Norman invasion of England, French-speaking Normans govern a predominantly English-speaking Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Normans introduce 'centralised feudalism', resulting in one of the strongest central governments in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Norman Rule and Succession

  • Norman rule troubled by problems of succession, internal conflicts, and opposition from the Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Civil War in England from 1135 to 1154.
  • Henry Plantagenet inherits the throne in 1154 and pursues a 'French' policy, focusing on retaining French possessions using England as a 'war chest'.

The Magna Carta

  • 1215: The Magna Carta is signed, limiting the arbitrary exercise of the royal will and stating the rights of some of the Crown's subjects.
  • Background: dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy and King John's loss of Normandy in 1214.
  • The Magna Carta is a constitutional document that restricts the power of the monarch and defines the rights of subjects.

Development of Parliament

  • 13th century: The term 'Parliament' is first used in England, derived from the French 'parler', meaning 'to speak'.
  • 1265: Simon de Montfort introduces the beginnings of popular representation by summoning representatives from each shire, city, and borough.
  • 1295: The 'Model Parliament' is established, representing all three estates of medieval society (clergy, nobility, and commons).
  • 1341: The Commons are housed in a chamber of their own.
  • Early 15th century: The Commons are granted priority over the Lords in the matter of voting funds for the monarch.
  • 16th century: The power of Parliament increases despite autocratic rule by the Tudors.

Norman Conquest and Feudalism

  • 1066: Norman invasion of England, French-speaking Normans govern a predominantly English-speaking Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Normans introduce 'centralised feudalism', resulting in one of the strongest central governments in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Norman Rule and Succession

  • Norman rule troubled by problems of succession, internal conflicts, and opposition from the Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Civil War in England from 1135 to 1154.
  • Henry Plantagenet inherits the throne in 1154 and pursues a 'French' policy, focusing on retaining French possessions using England as a 'war chest'.

The Magna Carta

  • 1215: The Magna Carta is signed, limiting the arbitrary exercise of the royal will and stating the rights of some of the Crown's subjects.
  • Background: dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy and King John's loss of Normandy in 1214.
  • The Magna Carta is a constitutional document that restricts the power of the monarch and defines the rights of subjects.

Development of Parliament

  • 13th century: The term 'Parliament' is first used in England, derived from the French 'parler', meaning 'to speak'.
  • 1265: Simon de Montfort introduces the beginnings of popular representation by summoning representatives from each shire, city, and borough.
  • 1295: The 'Model Parliament' is established, representing all three estates of medieval society (clergy, nobility, and commons).
  • 1341: The Commons are housed in a chamber of their own.
  • Early 15th century: The Commons are granted priority over the Lords in the matter of voting funds for the monarch.
  • 16th century: The power of Parliament increases despite autocratic rule by the Tudors.

Norman Conquest and Feudalism

  • 1066: Norman invasion of England, French-speaking Normans govern a predominantly English-speaking Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Normans introduce 'centralised feudalism', resulting in one of the strongest central governments in Europe during the Middle Ages.

Norman Rule and Succession

  • Norman rule troubled by problems of succession, internal conflicts, and opposition from the Anglo-Saxon population.
  • Civil War in England from 1135 to 1154.
  • Henry Plantagenet inherits the throne in 1154 and pursues a 'French' policy, focusing on retaining French possessions using England as a 'war chest'.

The Magna Carta

  • 1215: The Magna Carta is signed, limiting the arbitrary exercise of the royal will and stating the rights of some of the Crown's subjects.
  • Background: dissatisfaction among barons over royal policy and King John's loss of Normandy in 1214.
  • The Magna Carta is a constitutional document that restricts the power of the monarch and defines the rights of subjects.

Development of Parliament

  • 13th century: The term 'Parliament' is first used in England, derived from the French 'parler', meaning 'to speak'.
  • 1265: Simon de Montfort introduces the beginnings of popular representation by summoning representatives from each shire, city, and borough.
  • 1295: The 'Model Parliament' is established, representing all three estates of medieval society (clergy, nobility, and commons).
  • 1341: The Commons are housed in a chamber of their own.
  • Early 15th century: The Commons are granted priority over the Lords in the matter of voting funds for the monarch.
  • 16th century: The power of Parliament increases despite autocratic rule by the Tudors.

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