Your paper is to be based on Benjamin Merkle’s book, The White Horse King. Your

Your paper is to be based on Benjamin Merkle’s book, The
White Horse King. Your paper must be double-spaced, and four to
five pages in length. Margins should not exceed 1 1/2” on all sides;
font size should not exceed 12 points. Your essay should be largely
in your words. If you use a quotation be sure that it is
short and relevant. If you are quoting or paraphrasing from Merkle’s book, you
do not need to include a formal footnote. Instead, put the relevant page
number in parentheses at the end of the sentence or paragraph. Your work will
be assessed based on the following considerations: content, accuracy of
content, grammar, spelling, punctuation, clarity and organization, specific
evidence provided to support your interpretation/assessment of your source, and
ability to focus on and answer the questions under consideration.
Questions:
What factors led to the Vikings’ initial success in bringing most of Britain
under their control in the ninth century? What military innovations did King
Alfred bring about that enabled the people of Wessex to effectively expel the
intruders? How did his Christian faith influence his actions both during his
military campaigns and in times of peace? Also, what great changes did he
initiate that led to a revival of learning? Finally, do you think Alfred was a
great ruler; why or why not?