King Canute

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1. King Canute was the scion of the Danish royal house. Who was his father? Sweyn Forkbeard Harald Bluetooth Gorm the Old Hardicanute

2. Canute became king of England in 1016 AD. What significant governmental act did he commit soon after his ascension to the throne? He eliminated all taxes He declared war on Scotland He abolished old Saxon laws He divided the entire country into four parts

3. Though Canute was a Christian, he followed the pagan tradition of polygamy. Who were his two wives? Gytha and Edith Aelfgifu and Emma Gunhild and Godiva Aethelfled and Matilda

4. Soon after securing power in England, Canute also became the king of Denmark. How did he accomplish this? He killed his brother to become king He fought the rebellious Danish jarls for power His older brother died without an heir The Danish jarls begged him to return

5. Which earl rose to great prominence under Canute's patronage? Earl Eilaf Earl Leofwine Earl Eadric Earl Godwin

6. In 1025 AD, Jarl Ulf betrayed Canute by joining forces with the king's foes. Ironically, Ulf was one of the closest people to Canute and a part of his inner circle. What is NOT true about Ulf? He was appointed regent of Denmark by Canute He was in love with Canute's wife He was Canute's brother-in-law He was Canute's cousin

7. By 1028 AD, Canute had also become overlord of Norway, and had gained the title Emperor of the North. Why did the Norwegians oust their own king, Olaf the Stout? Because Olaf had increased taxes Because they wanted Canute as their king Because of Olaf's harsh, autocratic rule Because Olaf was an interloper

8. One of the crowning glories of Canute's reign was his pilgrimage to Rome in 1027 AD. He attained the following agreements with the Holy Roman Emperor EXCEPT: A reduced toll tax for English and Danish pilgrims A betrothal between his daughter and the Emperor's son Guaranteed security on Roman roads for his subjects The Emperor's military support for future campaigns

9. How long did Canute lose his kingship over England? One year He never lost his kingship Three years Ten years

10. How did Canute die? He died in a battle in Norway Emma of Normandy poisoned him Natural causes Thorkell the Tall stabbed him in his sleep