Year 2 - History
Eleanor, Queen of England
Ruling and religion
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Unit Summary
Stories about significant rulers from the past give students an understanding of key ideas related to early rulers, such as struggles for power and religious influence. They learn about specific rulers from different times and places, helping students build a chronological framework.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to describe Eleanor of Aquitaine's relationship with Henry II and her connections to England.
Key Notes
- Two months after her marriage to Louis was annulled, Eleanor married Henry, who was next in line to the English throne.
- Henry became the King of England, and Eleanor was his queen; together they ruled over large parts of France and England.
- However, their marriage was not always happy and eventually Eleanor moved back to Aquitaine.
- When her sons decided to revolt against Henry, she supported them and Henry had her confined as punishment.
- However, after Henry's death she helped two of her sons, Richard and John, to rule when they were king of England.
Vocabulary To Learn
- rebel: to rebel means to go against a leader
- prisoner: when someone is a prisoner they are kept in one place and do not have the freedom to leave
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Some may think of Eleanor as a prisoner being kept in terrible conditions.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
Two months after her marriage to Louis was annulled, Eleanor married Henry, who was next in line to the English throne. Henry became the King of England, and Eleanor was his queen; together they ruled over large parts of France and England.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'rebel'
to rebel means to go against a leader.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: Some may think of Eleanor as a prisoner being kept in terrible conditions. Correction: Eleanor lived in places of comfort, for example, castles. She did not have the freedom to leave but was well looked after.
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