The Year of the Conquest, Howarth
What does Howarth reveal about the constitutional / legal structure in England in the 11th Century? How do the actions of specific individuals illustrate the structure of legitimate monarchy in England at that time? You will certainly want to emphasize Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy in your response, but the actions of others, supporting or opposing these men should also form part of your answer.
Of Harold Godwinson and William of Normandy, who seems to have the better claim to legitimacy? This response should not be based on which man you liked better or sympathized with more, but rather based on considerations of the rules of legitimacy of the time.