St. Augustine Week 1

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What is the primary purpose of a fort?

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For defense against enemies.

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What does the word fortress mean?

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A large fortified place; a fort or group of forts, often including a town; citadel.

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What does embankment mean?

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A wall or bank of earth or stone; built to prevent an area flooding.

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What does the word Moat mean?

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A deep, wide trench, usually filled with water, surrounding the rampart of a fortified place, as a town or a castle.

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What does the word fortification mean?

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The act of strengthening or something that protects.

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What is a rampart?

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A defensive wall or bank around a fort or castle.

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What is the purpose of a drawbridge?

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To allow access over a moat while providing defense.

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What is a battlement?

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A parapet at the top of a wall, typically with alternating solid parts and openings for shooting.

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What does siege mean?

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A military operation where forces surround a town or building to cut off supplies.

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What is a garrison?

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A group of troops stationed in a fort or town.