The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most detailed sources that chronicles William the Conqueror’s rise to power, might not tell the whole story. Which of the following best explains why? (1 point)

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William of Normandy is not explicitly depicted in the tapestry.
William of Normandy is not explicitly depicted in the tapestry.

It depicts the Battle of Hastings from the Norman point of view, not the Anglo-Saxon point of view.
It depicts the Battle of Hastings from the Norman point of view, not the Anglo-Saxon point of view.

It does not tell the story of the Battle of Hastings.
It does not tell the story of the Battle of Hastings.

It does not include a reference to Harold.

Answer 1

The best explanation for why the Bayeux Tapestry might not tell the whole story is:

It depicts the Battle of Hastings from the Norman point of view, not the Anglo-Saxon point of view.

This perspective may lead to a biased representation of events, emphasizing Norman achievements while downplaying or omitting the experiences and perspectives of the Anglo-Saxon side.