Castles

What is a castle?

• A fortified military stronghold

• A large splendid home of a rich person

• A specific type of building for an important person

• A strengthened military stronghold

When were the first castles built?

• During the fall of the Roman Empire

• In the 9th or 10th centuries

• After the invention of gunpowder

• In the 19th century

What were the earliest castles called?

• Fortresses

• Palaces

• Motte-and-bailey castles

• Towers

Why did castles fall out of favor?

• They were vulnerable to fire

• They were expensive to construct

• They were difficult to defend

• They were no longer needed

What marked the beginning of the end for castles?

• The invention of gunpowder

• The construction of palaces

• The dismantling of castles

• The fall of the Roman Empire

What was the primary purpose of castles in the Middle Ages?

• Residential buildings for the king

• Defensive structures during wars

• Administrative centers of the kingdom

• Religious institutions

What architectural feature made castles difficult to conquer?

• The moat

• The drawbridge

• The high walls

• The dungeon

What is the main purpose of a castle?

• To serve as a royal residence

• To protect the inhabitants from attacks

• To serve as a place of worship

• To serve as a public meeting place

What is a common feature of medieval castles?

• Swimming pool

• Moat

• Helipad

• Internet connection

What is the primary purpose of a castle?

• To serve as a residence for royalty

• To serve as a military base

• To serve as a place for public gatherings

• To serve as a monument