Medieval Britain c.1250–c.1500 (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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What was the minimum age for men to join a tithing?
What was the minimum age for men to join a tithing?
Twelve years old
What happened if someone didn't join the hue and cry?
What happened if someone didn't join the hue and cry?
The whole village was fined
How many people would the accused bring to vouch for their innocence?
How many people would the accused bring to vouch for their innocence?
11 people
Where did the modern system of 12 people on a jury originate?
Where did the modern system of 12 people on a jury originate?
The accused plus 11 supporters
Who created the role of parish constable in 1285?
Who created the role of parish constable in 1285?
Edward I
Was the parish constable paid for their work?
Was the parish constable paid for their work?
No, the role was unpaid
From when did constables have to report unnatural deaths to the coroner?
From when did constables have to report unnatural deaths to the coroner?
After 1190
Who typically underwent trial by hot iron?
Who typically underwent trial by hot iron?
Women
In trial by cold water, what verdict did floating indicate?
In trial by cold water, what verdict did floating indicate?
Guilty
How long did the accused fast before a trial by ordeal?
How long did the accused fast before a trial by ordeal?
Three days
Who officiated trial by ordeal?
Who officiated trial by ordeal?
A priest
What was compurgation?
What was compurgation?
An oath of innocence