Y11 (Normans) - Pevensey 2

What defences had the Saxons built?

• Forts

• Fences

• Burghs

• Castles

What was different about Norman Castles to Saxon Burghs?

• They were bigger

• They were made from earth

• They protected the community

• They were made from wood, smaller and protected the lord.

Which tower did William raise higher in Pevensey castle as an observation post?

• South West

• South East

• North West

• North East

Which part of the castle was the most important and could not be lost to the enemy?

• The outer wall

• The inner wall

• The Bailey

• The central defensive tower

How many baileys did Robert of Mortain built in Pevensey?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Before Hastings, where was Pevensey an escape route to?

• Norway

• Normandy

• Calais

• Ireland

Which buildings did William try and build his castles next to as propaganda?

• Saxon ones

• Celtic ones

• Norman ones

• Roman ones

Between 1066 and 1150, what percentage of towns were next to castles

• 25%

• 50%

• 75%

• 100%

Which product was most traded at the market next to Pevensey?

• Salt

• Food

• Wool

• Weapons

How many knights did Robert of Mortain have to give to William in return for the land he controlled?

• 20

• 40

• 60

• 80