Question

what impact did the marriage of eleanor of aquitaine to henry ii have on england?
it strengthened england because eleanor joined her lands in france with those of englands.
it weakened england because eleanor forced england to give up all its lands in france.
it strengthened england because eleanor introduced the feudal system to england.
it weakened england because eleanor insisted that the king of france rule over england as well.

Explanation:

• Option 1: Eleanor of Aquitaine's lands in France (Aquitaine etc.) were added to Henry II's English domains, increasing England's territory and power.
• Option 2: Eleanor did not force England to give up French lands; instead, her marriage added lands.
• Option 3: The feudal system was already established in England before Eleanor's marriage.
• Option 4: Eleanor did not insist on French rule over England; her marriage was to Henry II (English king).

Answer:

A. It strengthened England because Eleanor joined her lands in France with those of England’s.