The Rule of the ‘Leper King’ Baldwin IV (Edexcel A-Level History): Quizzes
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How old was Baldwin IV when he was crowned king in July 1174?
How old was Baldwin IV when he was crowned king in July 1174?
Thirteen years old
Which powerful noble led the paternal faction during Baldwin IV's reign?
Which powerful noble led the paternal faction during Baldwin IV's reign?
Count Raymond III of Tripoli
What was the most politically significant consequence of Baldwin IV's leprosy?
What was the most politically significant consequence of Baldwin IV's leprosy?
His inability to have children
Who was Sibyl's first husband, married in 1176?
Who was Sibyl's first husband, married in 1176?
William Longsword of Montferrat
What shocking action did Raymond III take in 1180?
What shocking action did Raymond III take in 1180?
He invaded the kingdom
Why did Baldwin IV encourage Sibyl to marry Guy of Lusignan in 1180?
Why did Baldwin IV encourage Sibyl to marry Guy of Lusignan in 1180?
To prevent Raymond's scheme
What demonstrated Guy's weak leadership in August 1183?
What demonstrated Guy's weak leadership in August 1183?
He failed to get lords to obey orders
In which year did Saladin annex Damascus with no opposition from Jerusalem?
In which year did Saladin annex Damascus with no opposition from Jerusalem?
1174
When did Baldwin V die, triggering the final succession dispute?
When did Baldwin V die, triggering the final succession dispute?
August 1186
How did Sibyl trick the barons in 1186?
How did Sibyl trick the barons in 1186?
Agreed to divorce Guy then chose him king