Anglo-Saxon society | History | Quizalize & Oak National Academy

Starter quiz

What is the name of an important source for the study of the Battle of Hastings, made as an embroidery on linen?
- 'Bayeux Tapestry' ✓
Who led the Normans when they invaded Britain in 1066?
- William the Conqueror ✓
- Edward the Confessor
- Harold Godwinson
- Harald Hardrada
Which of the statements below provides the best definition of a barbarian, as seen by the Romans?
- people outside the Roman Empire who were perceived as uncivilised ✓
- people outside the Roman Empire who were perceived as civilised
- people outside the Roman Empire who were perceived as dangerous
Match the words with their definitions.
- Invasion
  
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  when a country enters another with the intention of occupying it ✓
- Empire
  
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  a large area often made up of different territories and peoples ✓
- Power
  
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  the ability to influence, control, or direct the behaviour of people ✓
Which statement below is the best definition of migration?
- the process of moving from one place to another with the intention to settle ✓
- the process of moving across international borders
- escaping from war
Which statement below is the best definition of settlement?
- a temporary movement of people to a new place
- the process of establishing a community in a new location. ✓
- the process of moving from one place to another