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The Significance of Factors in Norman Control and the Feudal System

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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This worksheet explores the factors that contributed to Norman control after 1066, focusing on the feudal system and its significance.

Topics covered:

#History
#History
#Norman Control
#Standard
#Significance & Factors
#Feudal System
#Identify and categorize different factors influencing Norman control
#Compare the importance of political, social, economic, and religious factors
#Analyse how these factors contributed to Norman dominance
#Justify the ranking of factors based on evidence

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The Significance of Factors in Norman Control and the Feudal System

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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Introduction to Norman Control and the Feudal System

Source A: Excerpt from William the Conqueror's Charter of Rights

'The King granted land to his loyal nobles, who in turn provided military service and loyalty, establishing a hierarchy that maintained control over England.' Provenance: Royal charter issued by William I, 1066.

1.
Categorize the factors that helped William establish control over England. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Explain how the feudal system helped William maintain control over England. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Compare the political and social factors in establishing Norman control. Which was more significant? Justify your answer with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
B

Factors Influencing Norman Control

Source B: Excerpt from a Medieval Chronicler

'The Normans built castles to dominate the land, and their control was reinforced by religion and alliances with the Church.' Provenance: Chronicler's account, 12th century.

1.
Identify and categorize the factors mentioned in Source B that helped Norman control. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Outline how castles contributed to Norman control. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Rank the importance of castles, religion, and loyalty in establishing Norman control. Justify your ranking with evidence. (6 marks)
[6 marks]
C

Analysis of Factors' Significance

Source C: Medieval Scholar's View

'The success of Norman control relied mainly on military strength and political authority, with social and religious factors reinforcing stability.' Provenance: Medieval historian, 13th century.

1.
Explain the main idea of Source C regarding Norman control. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
2.
Compare the importance of military and religious factors in Norman control. Which was more significant? Justify your answer. (6 marks)
[6 marks]

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