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This lesson covers the reasons for, the features of and the consequences of the Harrying of the North.

UPDATED CONTENT & SPEC. READY FOR 2025/6

The 21 slide complete lesson contains all information and printable resources:

• Slide 1: Title slide
• Slide 2: Lesson outcomes and progress tracker
• Slide 3: Recap activities based on the Anglo-Saxon rebellions and leaders.
• Slide 4: Starter 1 - Problem solving and critical thinking activity based on William’s options to end the Anglo-Saxon rebellions.
• Slide 5-7: Starter 2 - Key term match up - 10 useful terms about the harrying to help students fully understand the lesson. Printable worksheet included.
• Slide 8-11: Task 1 - Source based enquiry using four sources about the Harrying of the North and the impact on the Anglo-Saxon people. Printable resource included.
• Slide 12: Background information about the events leading up to the Harrying of the North.
• Slide 13: Background information from a choice of two clips about the Harrying of the North.
• Side 14-15: Task 2 - Worksheet covering the reasons, events and impact of the harrying.
• Slide 16: Challenge activity
• Slide 17: Learning Review activity - What’s the question?
• Slide 18: EXAM FOCUS - Examples of the ‘One feature’ question
• Slide 19: EXAM FOCUS - Examples of the 12 and 16 mark extended writing questions.
• Slide 20: Lesson fact sheet based on the latest GCSE specification
• Slide 21: More from RA Resources.

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