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Old English

What have I learnt so far?

Two Germanic tribes, which are now known under one name, have turned out to be the founders of the English nation. What do we call these people?

In the 8th century, the Vikings arrived. What do we call the area they conquered?
The ...

What happened
in 1066?

Which battle did nót take place in 1066?

1. Battle of Fulford
2. Battle of Hastings
3. Battle of Anfield
4. Battle of Stamford Bridge

What is another name used for the Battle of Hastings?

1. Beowulf vs Grendel
2. The Canterbury Tales
3. The Norman invasion
4. Epic poetry

Harold Godwinson

William the Conqueror

Harald Hardrada

Anglo-Saxon

Died at Battle of Hastings

Died at Battle of Stamford Bridge

Viking

New king of England

Norman

What is the significance of Beowulf?

Epic poetry was a popular genre in the Old English period. Which is nót characteristic of an epic poem?

1. Single heroic figure with high values
2. Courtly love and romance
3. Boasting and lofty language
4. Combat & tragic deaths

Middle English Period