the name given to the border lands between England and Wales

a series of military operations, usually with the aim of defeating an enemy

being banned from living in your native country, usually for acting against those in charge

Wales before the Norman Conquest

History

The geography of Norman Wales

The Marcher earls

Castle building in Norman Wales

The role of the Norman barons

Rebellions against Norman rule

Norman Wales  - historical context themes

Norman Wales - sources and historical context

Norman Wales: 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

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

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

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Which word was the name given to the border lands between England and Wales?

Which word describes a series of military operations, usually with the aim of defeating an enemy?

Its mountainous landscape provided a strong set of natural defences.

It included the island of Anglesey which had rich and fertile farmlands.

It had motte-and-bailey castles in every corner to aid defence.

It included the largest river in Wales so controlled the water supply.

Why was the kingdom of Gwynedd arguably the strongest Welsh kingdom in the 11th century?

When did Gruffydd ap Llywelyn become king of Gwynedd?

Which of the following were Norman innovations that Ralph the Timid introduced to the defences of Hereford?

The kingdoms divided back into smaller kingdoms.

Some kingdoms merged further to create one kingdom.

What happened to Wales following Gruffydd’s death?

Which word describes having many mountains?

Complete the sentence: The combination of mountains, {{}} land and strategic rivers made Wales an attractive location to the Norman settlers.

Complete the sentence: Wales' long {{}} has always been important for communication and trade.

Which Welsh kingdom was in the north and included modern-day Snowdonia?

It became a centre of prayer and of strict observance of Roman rules.

It became a centre of learning and of strict observance of monastic rules.

It became a centre of worship and of relaxed observance of monastic rules.

Why was Saint David’s monastery important?

What did some societies begin to construct on elevated ground prior to the Romans’ arrival in Wales?

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