Year 10 - History
Durham Cathedral and Norman government
Durham Cathedral
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Unit Summary
In this unit, pupils learn about the historical environment, choosing the relevant site study to complement their understanding of Norman England.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain how William you used the Church to help control the north.
Key Notes
- William I dealt with the rebellious north by enacting the Harrying of the North.
- Aethelwine, the Bishop of Durham, was imprisoned for involvement in rebellion and replaced by William Walcher.
- William I built a castle next to the cathedral to provide protection for the Bishop of Durham.
- William I created the role of prince-bishop which had increased powers to control the north.
- William of Saint Calais ordered the building of Durham Cathedral.
Vocabulary To Learn
- prince-bishop: a role created to give a bishop greater independence and powers to control the north
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Bishops have always had a role equivalent to modern times.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
William I dealt with the rebellious north by enacting the Harrying of the North. Aethelwine, the Bishop of Durham, was imprisoned for involvement in rebellion and replaced by William Walcher.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'prince-bishop'
a role created to give a bishop greater independence and powers to control the north.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: Bishops have always had a role equivalent to modern times. Correction: In fact, bishops in the medieval period were involved in government and even led armies into battle, such as bishop Odo of Bayeux.
More Lessons In This Unit
- Durham before the Norman Conquest Study Guide
- Durham Cathedral - historical context themes Study Guide
- Durham Cathedral - sources and historical context Study Guide
- Durham Cathedral and continuity and change in Norman England Study Guide
- Durham Cathedral: structuring your answer to the historic environment question Study Guide
- The design of Durham Cathedral Study Guide
- The king and the bishops of Durham Study Guide
- The religious function of Durham Cathedral Study Guide
- The significance of Saint Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede Study Guide
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