Timeline & Chronology: The Battle of Hastings
History
Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
5 questions
~10 mins
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This worksheet helps students understand the sequence of events and tactics used during the Battle of Hastings through timeline analysis and comparative questions.
Topics covered:
#History
#History
#Battle of Hastings
#Standard
#Timeline & Chronology
#Tactics
#Explain the sequence of key events during the Battle of Hastings
#Compare different military tactics used by the Normans and the Saxons
#Analyse how tactics influenced the outcome of the battle
#Outline the significance of key tactical decisions
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Timeline & Chronology: The Battle of Hastings
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to the Battle of Hastings
Source A: Summary of the Battle
The Battle of Hastings took place on 14 October 1066. William, Duke of Normandy, invaded England to claim the throne, facing King Harold Godwinson and his army. The battle involved tactics such as feigned retreats and the use of cavalry and infantry.
Provenance: Historical summary written by a medieval historian in the 20th century.
1.
Outline the main events leading up to the Battle of Hastings. (3 marks)
[3 marks]2.
Compare the tactics used by the Normans and the Saxons during the battle. (4 marks)
[4 marks]3.
Explain how William’s tactical decisions influenced the outcome of the battle. (4 marks)
[4 marks]4.
Write a brief timeline of the key events during the Battle of Hastings. (4 marks)
[4 marks]5.
Analyse the significance of the Battle of Hastings in shaping medieval England. (6 marks)
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