Topic Two (1.2): England Before 1066

Introduction Icon.png Introduction

  • When they study a famous event in history, such as the Battle of Hastings, historians always try to find out what led up to that event. So, in this topic, we find out how England became the Anglo-Saxon country it was by the time of the Norman Conquest in 1066. Remember to read the content properly before attempting any activities.

Interact Icon.png Working through your coursebook

  • Complete questions 1-3 in the ‘Over to You’ section on page 11.
  • Complete the ‘Over to You’ section on page 13.
  • Complete questions 1 and 2 in the ‘Over to You’ section on page 15.
  • Complete the ‘Over to You’ section on page 17.

Stretch Icon.png Extension activity for this topic

  • Complete the Cause and Consequence section on page 13 if you want a challenge.
  • Complete questions 3 in the ‘Over to You’ section on page 15. Aim to make sure you are really justifying your answers with clear evidence from interpretation C.
  • Explain to your observer why Anglo-Saxon England would be attractive to invaders. Think carefully about the natural resources and highly skilled craftsmen that an invader could exploit.

Link Icon.png Optional resources

  • If you want to find out more, check the HA Podcast on Anglo-Saxon England

 LISTEN - HA Podcast (History.org.uk) Links to an external site.