Resistance and response (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Quizzes
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Who did William claim to be the rightful heir of?
Who did William claim to be the rightful heir of?
Edward the Confessor
Which regions were Edwin and Morcar earls of?
Which regions were Edwin and Morcar earls of?
Mercia and Northumbria
How long after the Battle of Hastings did William return to Normandy?
How long after the Battle of Hastings did William return to Normandy?
Six months
Who was left to rule England in William's place?
Who was left to rule England in William's place?
Bishop Odo & William FitzOsbern
When did the rebellion in Kent occur?
When did the rebellion in Kent occur?
1067
Who wanted to gain control of Dover and attacked the castle?
Who wanted to gain control of Dover and attacked the castle?
Eustace II of Boulogne
What did Eadric the Wild do in 1067?
What did Eadric the Wild do in 1067?
Joined Welsh princes to attack Hereford
How long did the siege of Exeter last?
How long did the siege of Exeter last?
18 days
Who encouraged the people of Exeter to revolt?
Who encouraged the people of Exeter to revolt?
Harold Godwinson's mother, Gytha
What was built in Exeter after the rebellion?
What was built in Exeter after the rebellion?
Rougemont castle
What was Norman feudalism based on?
What was Norman feudalism based on?
Royal strength
How did William treat Exeter after they surrendered?
How did William treat Exeter after they surrendered?
Leniently