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How does evidence shape Norman Conquest?
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BA Norman England, c1066-c1100
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How does evidence shape Norman Conquest?
Answer
Narrative sequence: answer How does evidence shape Norman Conquest by focusing on Part one: The Normans: conquest and control. Use the chronology of BA Norman England, c1066-c1100, select named evidence connected to Study causes of Norman Conquest, including Edward the Confessor's death, claimants and claims, and order events accurately, show movement from one development to the next, and avoid jumping chronology. End by answering the command word directly.
Explanation
This exam-style task requires a developed historical argument rather than a list of facts. Begin with the relevant period from Paper 2 Section B: British depth studies including the historic environment, then anchor the answer in Part one: The Normans: conquest and control. The evidence should connect to Study causes of Norman Conquest, including Edward the Confessor's death, claimants and claims and be explained through cause, consequence, change, continuity, significance or interpretation as appropriate. A strong final judgement shows why the selected evidence is more convincing than a vague or unsupported claim.
Common mistake
Avoid confusing Norman Conquest
A common mistake is to write about Norman Conquest as a general opinion, or to mix up cause, consequence, change and continuity in c1066-c1100.
Anchor the answer to Part one: The Normans: conquest and control, use precise evidence, and state whether Norman Conquest is a cause, consequence, change, continuity or significant development.
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