Question

what story does the bayeux tapestry tell?
a. the life of rudolf swabia
b. the life of nun guda
c. religious leaders being baptized
d. the norman conquest of england

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

Identify the subject of the Bayeux Tapestry

The Bayeux Tapestry is an embroidered cloth nearly 70 meters long, which depicts the events leading up to the Norman conquest of England concerning William, Duke of Normandy, and Harold, Earl of Wessex, later King of England, and culminating in the Battle of Hastings in 1066.

Evaluate the given options

• Option a refers to Rudolf of Swabia, which is unrelated to this artwork.
• Option b refers to Nun Guda, a German nun and illuminator known for a self-portrait in a homiliary.
• Option c refers to religious baptisms, which is not the narrative focus of the tapestry.
• Option d correctly identifies the Norman conquest of England.

Answer:

• A. the life of Rudolf Swabia
• B. the life of Nun Guda

<mcq-option>C. religious leaders being baptized</mcq-correct>

• D. the Norman conquest of England (Correct answer)