Year 7 - History
Scottish resistance to Edward I's rule
Edward I: What stopped Edward uniting all of Britain?
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Unit Summary
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.
Lesson Summary
You will learn to explain why Edward you's attempts to conquer Scotland ended in failure.
Key Notes
- William Wallace and the Scottish resistance had several victories against the English.
- Scottish resistance helped to develop a common Scottish identity.
- Edward I died in 1307 and Robert the Bruce continued the Scottish resistance.
- Stirling Bridge was important because it was the first bridge across the River Forth.
- The Battle of Stirling Bridge was an important victory because it boosted Scottish resistance against English rule.
Vocabulary To Learn
- guerilla: a guerilla or 'small war' group is a small military force which make unexpected attacks on a larger army
- outlaw: an outlaw is a person who has broken the law and who lives separately from the other parts of society because they want to escape punishment
- schiltrom: a schiltrom is a military tactic which involved using long spears to protect soldiers from cavalry charges
- causeway: a causeway is a raised path, especially across a wet area
- chainmail: chainmail is a material made of small metal rings that have been joined together to make protective armour
Common Mistakes To Avoid
- Students may assume that the English army only comprised English soldiers.
3 Quick Questions (With Answers)
1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.
William Wallace and the Scottish resistance had several victories against the English. Scottish resistance helped to develop a common Scottish identity.
2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'guerilla'
a guerilla or 'small war' group is a small military force which make unexpected attacks on a larger army.
3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.
Mistake: Students may assume that the English army only comprised English soldiers. Correction: The English forces also included Welsh and even some Scottish soldiers. This reflects the complex political and military alliances of the time.
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