Richard I as king (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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On what date was Richard I crowned King of England?
On what date was Richard I crowned King of England?
3 September 1189
What was unusual about Richard I's succession to the throne?
What was unusual about Richard I's succession to the throne?
It was remarkably peaceful
How long after his coronation did Richard depart for the Third Crusade?
How long after his coronation did Richard depart for the Third Crusade?
Three months
What does Richard's nickname 'Coeur de Lion' mean?
What does Richard's nickname 'Coeur de Lion' mean?
Lionheart
What position had Richard held since 1172?
What position had Richard held since 1172?
Duke of Aquitaine
What title did Richard grant to his brother John?
What title did Richard grant to his brother John?
Count of Mortain
For how long did Richard banish John and Geoffrey from England?
For how long did Richard banish John and Geoffrey from England?
Three years
What did William the Lion abandon in his agreement with Richard?
What did William the Lion abandon in his agreement with Richard?
Claims to northern England
Who did Richard appoint to govern England during his absence on crusade?
Who did Richard appoint to govern England during his absence on crusade?
William Longchamp
On what date did Richard I die?
On what date did Richard I die?
6 April 1199
Who was Arthur in relation to Richard I?
Who was Arthur in relation to Richard I?
His nephew, son of Geoffrey
How much time did Richard spend in England during his ten-year reign?
How much time did Richard spend in England during his ten-year reign?
Six months