Analyzing the Impact of the Domesday Book on Norman Control
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay about the significance of the Domesday Book in Norman control of England after 1066. It breaks down the essay into key parts, encouraging structured thinking and evidence-based writing.
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Analyzing the Impact of the Domesday Book on Norman Control
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Essay Planning: The Significance of the Domesday Book in Norman Control
Essay Title/Question:
To what extent did the Domesday Book help the Normans establish control over England?
Introduction thesis: Outline briefly how the Domesday Book was a key tool for Norman rulers to consolidate power after 1066.
Point 1 with evidence: Explain how the Domesday Book provided detailed information on landholdings and resources, helping the Normans to tax effectively.
Point 2 with evidence: Describe how the Domesday Book acted as a record of land ownership, reducing disputes and strengthening Norman authority.
Counter-argument: Consider that some historians argue the Domesday Book was more a symbol of Norman dominance than a practical tool.
Conclusion: Summarize the overall importance of the Domesday Book in Norman control, weighing its practical benefits against its symbolic power.
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- 1/1/2026
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