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Quiz about Medieval English Royalty I
Quiz about Medieval English Royalty I

Medieval English Royalty I Trivia Quiz


A quiz on the basic history of English royalty from William the Conqueror to Edward III.

A multiple-choice quiz by jeffrey135. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
jeffrey135
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
366,078
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
8 / 10
Plays
319
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Question 1 of 10
1. Along with William the Conqueror, one of his other nicknames was __________? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. The "why" of William II's death is often debated by historians. How did he die? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. Fast-forwarding to the Plantagenets, let's talk about Henry II. Who was his powerful wife that was the wife of two kings and opposed him in his "Great War?" Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. At what battle did Richard the Lionheart claim victory over Saladin, leading to a march on Jerusalem? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. The most famous event of King John's reign is his acceptance of Magna Carta, which became the basis for many historical and political documents in many countries. What language was this 63 paragraph document written in? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. One of the parts of government today in England, is the Parliament, which was founded during Henry III's reign. Who was the leader of the group to establish Parliament? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. What nickname did Edward I receive while campaigning in Scotland? Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. Edward II was responsible for losing Scotland to Robert Bruce in 1314, at the Battle of ________________. Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Edward III reign started off a conflict known as the Hundred Years' War, a popular and fun part of English history. How long did the Hundred Years' War really last? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. At what battle did Edward the Black Prince capture King John II of France, and many of his nobles after a famous counterattack by Jean de Grailly, Captal de Buch? Hint



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1. Along with William the Conqueror, one of his other nicknames was __________?

Answer: William the Bastard

William the Conqueror was the illegitimate, or bastard, son of Robert I of Normandy and Herleva, a tanner's daughter. He had a very difficult childhood and found it hard to gain power because of this. His conquest of England led to fundamental social, economic, political and linguistic changes in England.
2. The "why" of William II's death is often debated by historians. How did he die?

Answer: He was shot with an arrow on a hunting trip

William II was almost certainly shot by one of his entourage, who were all good shots with a bow. No one knows whether his killer had a motive (in which case it would have been murder), or whether it was an accident, but William died and was succeeded by his brother who became Henry I.
3. Fast-forwarding to the Plantagenets, let's talk about Henry II. Who was his powerful wife that was the wife of two kings and opposed him in his "Great War?"

Answer: Eleanor of Aquitaine

Eleanor of Aquitaine was one of the most influential women in English and French history, and was an advisor to three English kings, Henry II, Richard I, and John.
4. At what battle did Richard the Lionheart claim victory over Saladin, leading to a march on Jerusalem?

Answer: Arsuf

The battle of Arsuf was a key victory in the Third Crusade that demoralized Saladin's forces and helped Richard get within 12 miles of Jerusalem. Although Richard had enough forces to take the city, bad weather and a belief that Egyptian reinforcements were coming made them turn back.
5. The most famous event of King John's reign is his acceptance of Magna Carta, which became the basis for many historical and political documents in many countries. What language was this 63 paragraph document written in?

Answer: Latin

Although the court language of England at this time was French, important and public documents were mostly written in Latin for the local priest to interpret for the people.
6. One of the parts of government today in England, is the Parliament, which was founded during Henry III's reign. Who was the leader of the group to establish Parliament?

Answer: Simon de Montfort

Battles between Henry and Simon about the parliament happened frequently throughout his reign, and Simon died after establishing the parliament at the Battle of Evesham. However, this parliament was not strictly legal as it was convened by a rebel. Th first parliament summoned by the king met in 1295.
7. What nickname did Edward I receive while campaigning in Scotland?

Answer: Hammer of the Scots

This nickname was originally in Latin, Malleus Scotorum. During his conquest, he brought back the Stone of Scone, which all rulers of Scotland are traditionally crowned on. However, his son squandered this conquest.
8. Edward II was responsible for losing Scotland to Robert Bruce in 1314, at the Battle of ________________.

Answer: Bannockburn

The Battle of the Bannockburn was the last time English cavalry were used in the Middle Ages, and were defeated when the horses were stuck in pits and stabbed by pikemen.
9. Edward III reign started off a conflict known as the Hundred Years' War, a popular and fun part of English history. How long did the Hundred Years' War really last?

Answer: 116 years.

The Hundred Years' War is one of the longest wars in history, but was split up into four individual quarters in which the English or French emerged victorious. The French won the war after winning the final quarter.
10. At what battle did Edward the Black Prince capture King John II of France, and many of his nobles after a famous counterattack by Jean de Grailly, Captal de Buch?

Answer: Battle of Poitiers

This was one of the most influential battles in the Hundred Years' War, because many nobles were captured, bankrupting France and leaving the country even worse off after the scorched earth tactics of the English. The war lasted another 97 years, but eventually France recuperated and won the war.
Source: Author jeffrey135

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