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Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History practice

The introduction of the 'Murdrum fine' after the Norman Conquest primarily served to:

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The introduction of the 'Murdrum fine' after the Norman Conquest primarily served to:.

  1. A.Fund the building of new royal castles.
  2. B.Protect Anglo-Saxon peasants from Norman oppression.
  3. C.Identify and punish communities where a Norman was secretly killed.
  4. D.Encourage Normans to settle in rural areas.

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