Three reasons why the Romans wanted an Empire.
Empire brought wealth to Rome. The Empire gave them access to resources - wood, gold, slaves etc. Conquering places made generals like Julius Caesar popular.
Which is the Roman province of "Britannia"?
1
Harold's best soldiers
Housecarls
Where would a Roman use a STRIGIL?
At the Public Baths
Which stretch of water separates Normandy from England?
The English Channel
Define "Keep"
A tower built at the top of the Motte. Originally built of wood but late replaced with stone.
Which number is "Londinium"?
1
A "Defixio" was a used for what?
To curse someone
What is this called?
Strigil
What's this?
Testudo
The God of doorways...he had two faces!
Janus
Describe where Normandy is.
On the North West coast of France.
Define "Motte"
A man made hill on which a tower was built to act as a lookout.
Explain two reasons why Harold Godwinson thought he should be King.
Supported by the Witan, married to Edward's sister, rich man, English, said it was Edward's dying wish.
Explain two reasons why William Duke of Normandy thought he should be King.
Harold swore on the bones of a saint to support him, supported by the Pope, promised by Edward many years before.
Which number is "Gaul"?
4
Explain two reasons why Harold Hardrada thought he should be King.
He was already King of Norway. He was a descendant of King Canute. He was a strong leader.
Do we call the items being carried by the three soldiers at the front of this group? (one word)
Standards
City destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79AD.
Pompeii
How far a Roman soldier needed to march each day?
20 miles
Which is the city of Rome?
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