Mdina / The Citadel / The Knights of St John

Why are Mdina's streets narrow and maze-like?

• To confuse the enemy and help the inhabitants to escape.

• To make it easier for the enemy to attack the inhabitants.

• So the inhabitants could see the pirates coming.

• All of the above.

Why was Mdina built on a hill in the centre of Malta?

• So that the inhabitants could see the pirates coming.

• To be as far away as possible from the shores.

• The steep sides of the hill made it difficult for the enemy to break into the city.

• All of the above.

When did the Knights of St John arrive in Malta?

• 1930

• 1760

• 1530

• 1560

What strengthened and protected Mdina and The Citadel?

• The statues

• The fortifications

• The City Gates

• The Cathedrals

What do Mdina and The Citadel have in common?

• Both are built on a hill.

• Both are found in the centre of the island.

• Both have fortifications surrounding them.

• All of the above.

Was everyone happy about the Knights' arrival in Malta?

• Yes, everyone was happy.

• Only the Nobles and rich people were happy.

• The common people were happy because the Knights could defend them from their enemies.

• Only the Knights were happy.

Why were fire signals lit on the Watch Tower?

• To warn surrounding villagers of an attack.

• So that the enemy could see where the city was.

• To scare the enemy away from the city.

• To show the enemy that they surrender

How did the Knights of St John end up coming to Malta?

• They wanted to attack Malta.

• When they lost the island of Rhodes they were forced to leave and were offered the opportunity to come to Malta.

• They won Malta in a battle.

• They had heard of what a great city Mdina was and wanted to come see it for themselves.

What were the main roles of the Knights of St John ?

• To defend Christianity against enemies.

• They were soldiers.

• They were priests helping the sick, poor and injured travellers.

• All of the above.

Where is The Citadel found?

• The Citadel is found in Mdina.

• The Citadel is found on the island of Gozo.

• The Citadel is found on the island of Malta.

• The Citadel is an island.