parliament, or talking meeting, is the group of political representatives who make laws, grant taxes and advise the king

just is when something or someone is fair or morally correct

antisemitism is hate or cruel treatment directed at Jewish people

the knightly class is the group of landholders beneath the barons

Edward I: warrior and just ruler

History

Edward I’s first campaign in Wales

Welsh revolt and Edward I’s conquest of Wales

Edward I and Scotland

Scottish resistance to Edward I’s rule

Edward I's failure to unite all of Britain

In this unit, pupils saw how the British Isles were not permanently united under a single ruler during the medieval period. In the 'The English Civil War: what can pamphlets tell us about 17th century politics?', understanding that the British Isles was made up of different constituent parts will be important for appreciating foreign involvement in the English Civil War.

In 'The Vikings: how did Viking settlement change Britain?' pupils saw how there was resistance to English power from other parts of the British Isles. In this unit, pupils will deepen their understanding of resistance to English power which prevented the British Isles from becoming united in the medieval period.

In this unit, pupils learn about Edward I's campaign to conquer Wales and Scotland and bring both under English rule. They will analyse the reasons why Edward was unable to achieve his aim.

Edward I: What stopped Edward uniting all of Britain?

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

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

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

In which of these areas was Edward I stronger than his father, Henry III? 

the establishment of the Model Parliament  

the signing of a peace treaty with France

What important political event did Edward I order in 1295? 

a group of political representatives who make laws and advise the king

a place where the king lives and works during his reign 

a royal decree which outlines justice in the country 

a type of medieval court which decides if someone is innocent 

Which of these is the best definition of 'parliament' as it was in Edward I's reign?  

Starting with the earliest, place these events in chronological order:

It showed a commitment to absolute fairness and justice for all. 

It showed a fair rule, but the passing of laws was not always just.

It showed the total elimination of the king's power. 

What did involving parliament in England's government show about Edward I’s reign?

Edward I was the first medieval king not to face a {{ }} war during his reign.

{{ }}, or talking meeting, is the group of political representatives who make laws, grant taxes and advise the king. 

a peaceful protest against the government within a country

a war between different regions or communities within the same country

Put the capital cities of England, Wales and Scotland into a south to north order, starting with the capital city that is furthest south, and ending with the one that is furthest north.

In the feudal system, what was the primary role of knights?

William the Conqueror was duke of Normandy; where is Normandy located?

What were the first types of castles built by the Normans in England known as?

Starter Quiz