Pearson Edexcel A Level · History (9HI0)

Anglo-Saxon England and the Anglo-Norman Kingdom, c1053–1106: Practice Questions

5 multiple-choice questions marked as you go, and 5 written questions with worked solutions. All on Anglo-Saxon England and the Anglo-Norman Kingdom, c1053–1106.

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Question 1

1 mark

In the context of late Anglo-Saxon government (c1053–66), what was the primary function of the silver penny and the royal mints system?

Question 2

1 mark

What was the primary political significance of Henry I’s victory at the Battle of Tinchebrai in 1106?

Question 3

1 mark

Which of the following was the most significant consequence of Harold Godwinson’s embassy to Normandy in c1064, according to Norman sources?

Question 4

1 mark

How did the Investiture Controversy during the reign of Henry I differ from the earlier conflict between Anselm and William Rufus?

Question 5

1 mark

Which factor most accurately explains why the Revolt of the Earls (1075) failed to overthrow William I despite foreign intervention?

Question 6

3 marks

Identify two reasons for the Norman victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

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Question 7

6 marks

Assess the significance of the Battle of Tinchebrai (1106) for the restoration of the Anglo-Norman Kingdom under Henry I.

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Question 8

4 marks

Briefly explain the role of foreign intervention in the failure of the revolt of the earls in 1075.

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Question 9

5 marks

Part a: To what extent was the House of Godwin the primary cause of political instability in late Anglo-Saxon England between 1053 and 1066?
Part b: Evaluate the significance of the Northumbrian rising against Tostig in 1065 in weakening the English defense against imminent foreign invasions.

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Question 10

6 marks

Evaluate the significance of the restoration of the Anglo-Norman Kingdom by Henry I by 1106. Your answer should address:
(i) The problems of divided territories following the death of William I.
(ii) The conflict between William Rufus and Robert Curthose.
(iii) The importance of the victory at the Battle of Tinchebrai (1106) in securing political stability.

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