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Name the social hierarchy in ascending order.
Slaves, Peasants, Ceorls, Thegns, Earls and King.
What was the role of the King in the Anglo Saxon Society?
The King was the highest authority in Anglo Saxon society, responsible for maintaining law and order, leading military campaigns, and overseeing the distribution of land and resources.He also had power over the church.
What was the role of the Earls in the Anglo Saxon Society?
The Earls were the most powerful Lords and owned huge areas of land called earldoms.There were usually no more than dix Earls.They were the King’s advisers, ensured the King’s law were enforced in their regions, and raised men for the King’s army.They were expected to protect people on their lands from attack.
What was the role of Thegns in the Anglo Saxon Society?
Thegns were nobles but not as powerful as Earls and made up less than 1% of the population.They were primarily warriors who defended the King.In return he granted them land.They carried out local duties such as guarding tax collectors from attack and organising the repair of fortifications, roads and bridges.
What was the role of Ceorls in the Anglo Saxon Society?
