Question

What was the purpose of the Domesday Book?

• A. To assess the wealth and assets of his subjects throughout the land.
• B. To increase the Normans population in England.
• C. Planning of Eurasian conquests.
• D. To increase the territorial boundaries of England.

Answer 1

The correct option is A To assess the wealth and assets of his subjects throughout the land.

The Conqueror William needed to raise taxes to pay for his army and so a survey was set in motion to assess the wealth and assets of his subjects throughout the land.