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Norman weapons, armour and tactics

Quiz by Oak National Academy: GCSE History AQA

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6 questions
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  • Q1
    Which word describes a new way of doing something, based on new ideas or developments?
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  • Q2
    What types of soldiers did the Norman infantry contain?
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  • Q3
    Why did Norman infantry have rounded or conical shaped helmets?
    the cone was a symbol of Normandy
    to match the shape of their shields
    to deflect blows
    to use as a weapon
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  • Q4
    What is the name of a weapon used by the Normans that used bolts to punch through chainmail and shields?
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  • Q5
    Which of these best describes the role of the Norman archers in the Battle of Hastings?
    advance towards the enemy at William’s command
    throw spears first, then fight the enemy hand to hand
    weaken the enemy as soon as they were in range
    hold the shield wall
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  • Q6
    Which one of these held the Norman knight up, so he could fight from the saddle?
    spurs
    destriers
    stirrups
    gonfanon
    pommels
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