Which of the following is listed as an advantage of William's knights?

• A. They had a devastating charge.
• B. Long-range archery.
• C. Superior naval power.
• D. Camouflage in forests.

Answer: (A)

Heavy cavalry charges were the main advantage of William's knights. Clad in heavy armor and mounted on well-trained horses, Norman knights could strike with great speed and power, breaking enemy formations and morale in a single, decisive shock. This mounted assault exploited weaknesses in infantry lines and shield walls, making the knights' impact especially effective in close combat. Long-range archery, while important in warfare, belongs more to archers than to the knights, and naval power or forest camouflage aren’t defining strengths of the knightly shock tactic. So the most convincing advantage described is the devastating charge delivered by the heavily armored cavalry.