1.What challenges did William face in this period?

2.How was he able to resolve these problems?

3.How secure was William by the time of his coronation?

4.What does this tell us about William and his method of kingship?

5.How does William of Poitiers account of these events differ from the other sources (Chronicle, Carmen etc) and why?

OPTIONAL ESSAY:

Assess the reasons for William of Normandy’s victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.
[20 marks]

‘The military capability of the Normans was the most important reason for their victory at the Battle of Hastings in 1066.’ How far do you agree? [20 marks]