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What was the composition of the English army at the Battle of Hastings?

  • Mostly infantry with few archers (correct)
  • Mostly archers with few infantry
  • Mostly cavalry with few archers
  • An equal split between infantry, cavalry, and archers

Who were the opponents of Harold Godwinson in the succession struggle for the English throne?

  • William, Edward the Confessor, and Tostig
  • Tostig, Edward the Confessor, and Harald Hardrada
  • William, Tostig, and Harald Hardrada (correct)
  • Harald Hardrada, Edward the Confessor, and William

What tactic did the Normans adopt during the Battle of Hastings?

  • Retreating and regrouping multiple times throughout the battle
  • Using superior archery skills to defeat the English
  • Pretending to flee in panic and then turning on their pursuers (correct)
  • Charging head-on into the English battle lines

Flashcards

English army at Hastings?

Mainly foot soldiers, lacked strong archery.

Harold's throne rivals?

William, Tostig, and Harald Hardrada.

Norman battle tactic?

Feigned retreat to break enemy lines.

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