The Norfolk location

History

Anglo-Saxon monasteries

Cluniac monasteries

William de Warenne

Norman monastic reform

The design of Castle Acre Priory

The function of Castle Acre Priory

Castle Acre Priory - historical context themes

Castle Acre Priory - sources and historical context

Castle Acre Priory: structuring your answer to the historic environment question

In 'Norman England: how did William the Conqueror subdue England?', pupils learnt about the reaction of the Anglo-Saxons to Norman rule and how William consolidated his 1066 victories. In this unit, pupils will learn how their knowledge of Norman England can be applied to a specific historic environment linked to the Normans.

In this unit, pupils learn about the historical environment, choosing the relevant site study to complement their understanding of Norman England.

Historic Environment: Norman England

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Norfolk was invaded by Viking armies and became part of the {{}} in 865 CE. 

Who led a rebellion against the Roman occupation of Norfolk in 60 CE?

What percentage of Norwich's land was controlled by their cathedral?

The Revolt of the {{}} was a rebellion in 1075 against the rule of William I that involved Normans as well as Anglo-Saxons.

How long did the siege of Norwich Castle last?

Complete the missing word. A monastery under the control of an abbey is called a {{}}.

What was the name of the abbey in France founded by the Duke of Aquitaine?

donating money to the church or founding religious institutions

What did monks believe was necessary to save people from their sins?

Cluniac monks relied on local people to do their {{}} work.

Who was the leader of all Cluniac priories across Europe?

Where was the first Cluniac priory in England founded in 1077?

The Norfolk location

Lesson outcome

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