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Difficulty: MediumThe Norman Conquest

In 10851085, William the Conqueror ordered a comprehensive survey of England to assist with taxation and land management. What specific information was recorded in the resulting 'Domesday Book'?

  1. A detailed census of every person, village, and animal in the kingdomAnswer
  2. B
    A list of all military victories achieved by the Roman army in Britain
  3. C
    A collection of laws establishing the right for all citizens to vote
  4. D
    A record of the names of all Viking chieftains who settled in the Danelaw

Answer

The Domesday Book provided a detailed census of every person, village, and animal in the kingdom.
The correct answer accurately identifies the Domesday Book as a comprehensive census of people, villages, and animals, which was its primary historical purpose.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the historical context of the Domesday Book.
It was commissioned by William the Conqueror in 10851085, nearly twenty years after the Norman Conquest.
The survey was needed to understand the resources available in the conquered territory for taxation purposes.
2
Recall the specific contents of the survey.
It was famous for its extreme detail, recording land ownership, the number of people in villages, and even the number of animals on farms.
This level of detail earned it the name 'Domesday', implying its records were as final and absolute as the Last Judgment.

Key Concept

The Domesday Book was the first major census of England, documenting resources for taxation.
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The Norman Conquest

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