Norman England, 1066-88 (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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What year did the Norman Conquest introduce the feudal system to England?
What year did the Norman Conquest introduce the feudal system to England?
1066
Under the feudal system, who ultimately owned all land in England?
Under the feudal system, who ultimately owned all land in England?
The king
What major obligation did the Church owe to the king for its landholdings?
What major obligation did the Church owe to the king for its landholdings?
Paying taxes
Who did William I appoint as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1070?
Who did William I appoint as Archbishop of Canterbury in 1070?
Lanfranc
Under Lanfranc, who did the Archbishop of Canterbury answer to?
Under Lanfranc, who did the Archbishop of Canterbury answer to?
The monarch and Pope
What was pluralism, one of Stigand's criticised practices?
What was pluralism, one of Stigand's criticised practices?
Holding multiple positions
What was simony, another of Stigand's corrupt practices?
What was simony, another of Stigand's corrupt practices?
Selling church appointments
What vital skill did Church clerks provide for royal administration?
What vital skill did Church clerks provide for royal administration?
Literacy skills
What did the Church provide to help justify Norman rule?
What did the Church provide to help justify Norman rule?
Spiritual legitimacy
What could happen to Church leaders if they disobeyed royal commands?
What could happen to Church leaders if they disobeyed royal commands?
Forfeit their lands
What did William control between the English Church and Rome?
What did William control between the English Church and Rome?
Communication
By what year was complete Norman control established over major church positions?
By what year was complete Norman control established over major church positions?
1088