Essay Planning: Harald Hardrada and the Battle for the English Throne
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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
9 questions
~18 mins
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on Harald Hardrada's claim to the English throne, encouraging structured thinking and understanding of historical arguments.
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Essay Planning: Harald Hardrada and the Battle for the English Throne
Subject: HistoryGrade: Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Essay Planning: Harald Hardrada and the Invasion of 1066
Essay Question:
'Was Harald Hardrada a legitimate contender for the English throne in 1066?'
Use this framework to plan your essay, considering different viewpoints and evidence to support your answer.
1.
Write an introduction thesis statement that outlines your position on Harald Hardrada's claim to the throne.
[2 marks]2.
Explain the evidence that supports Harald Hardrada's legitimacy as a contender for the throne.
[3 marks]3.
Compare Harald Hardrada's claim with that of William of Normandy.
[4 marks]4.
Outline the main arguments against Harald Hardrada's claim to the throne.
[3 marks]5.
Analyse how Harald Hardrada's invasion impacted the outcome of the 1066 succession crisis.
[6 marks]6.
Explain why Harald Hardrada's claim was ultimately unsuccessful.
[3 marks]7.
Compare the significance of Harald Hardrada's invasion with the Norman invasion of 1066.
[4 marks]8.
Outline the main reasons why Harald Hardrada is remembered in history.
[3 marks]9.
Analyse the importance of Harald Hardrada's invasion in shaping England's medieval history.
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