- 1. Edward the Elder succeeded his father, Alfred the Great, as King of the Anglo-Saxons in 899 AD, inheriting a realm that had been substantially fortified and unified by his father's efforts against Viking invasions. Alfred had laid the groundwork for a stronger kingdom, implementing crucial military reforms and establishing a system of fortified towns known as ‘burhs’ to protect the populace and deter raids. Edward’s ascension to the throne marked a pivotal moment in the continuation of the West Saxon dynasty, as he sought to uphold and expand upon his father’s legacy. Throughout his reign, Edward faced significant challenges, including ongoing Viking threat and internal dissent, but he adeptly navigated these difficulties by pursuing aggressive military campaigns and forming strategic alliances. His leadership culminated in notable victories against the Danes, which greatly expanded West Saxon influence and territorial control. Edward's rule also emphasized the importance of Christian faith and the church, further solidifying the cultural identity of his people. Under his reign, the groundwork was laid for what would eventually contribute to the unification of England into a singular kingdom, as Edward's initiatives in administrative reforms and governance established vital frameworks for the future monarchs of England.
When did Edward the Elder succeed Alfred the Great as the King of Wessex?
A) 907
B) 899
C) 912
D) 919
- 2. Which Anglo-Saxon kingdom did Edward the Elder rule from 899 to 924?
A) East Anglia
B) Wessex
C) Mercia
D) Northumbria
- 3. Edward the Elder was known for his military successes in defending his kingdom against which enemy?
A) Normans
B) Saxons
C) Franks
D) Vikings
- 4. Edward the Elder’s daughter, Æthelflæd, played a significant role in the reconquest of which region of England?
A) East Anglia
B) Wessex
C) Mercia
D) Northumbria
- 5. What was the capital of Wessex during Edward the Elder’s rule?
A) Winchester
B) Exeter
C) Canterbury
D) London
- 6. Edward the Elder’s reign saw the unification of which two Anglo-Saxon kingdoms?
A) Wessex and Mercia
B) Wessex and Northumbria
C) Mercia and East Anglia
D) Mercia and Northumbria
- 7. Which year marks the end of Edward the Elder’s reign as King of the Anglo-Saxons?
A) 930
B) 936
C) 924
D) 918
- 8. Which of the following regions did Edward the Elder incorporate into his kingdom?
A) Cornwall
B) Northumbria
C) East Anglia
D) Wales
- 9. Which Anglo-Saxon queen was Edward the Elder’s mother?
A) Emma of Normandy
B) Ealhswith
C) Aethelgifu
D) Elfrida
- 10. Who succeeded Alfred the Great as the king of Wessex?
A) Edward the Elder
B) Eadred
C) Aethelred
D) Eadwig
- 11. During which century did Edward the Elder rule as king of Wessex?
A) 10th century
B) 9th century
C) 8th century
D) 11th century
- 12. Which Anglo-Saxon chronicler wrote about Edward the Elder's reign?
A) Ingulf
B) Asser
C) Bede
D) Matthew Paris
- 13. Which battle secured Edward the Elder's control of East Anglia?
A) The Battle of Tettenhall
B) The Battle of Brunanburh
C) The Battle of Maldon
D) The Battle of Edington
- 14. What title did Edward the Elder take to assert his authority over the other Anglo-Saxon kingdoms?
A) King of the Britons
B) King of the Anglo-Saxons
C) Emperor of the West
D) Lord of the Isles
- 15. Which Welsh ruler allied with Edward the Elder against the Vikings?
A) Hywel Dda
B) Dafydd ap Llywelyn
C) Llywelyn the Great
D) Rhodri the Great
- 16. Who was Edward the Elder's eldest son and successor?
A) Athelstan
B) Edwy
C) Edmund I
D) Edgar the Peaceful
- 17. Which of these sources provide detailed records of Edward the Elder's reign?
A) The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle
B) The Mabinogion
C) The Domesday Book
D) The Bayeux Tapestry
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