Medieval Castles Notes Review

Who started castle building in England when he built fifty castles throughout the land to secure his claim to the region?

• Henry VIII

• Edward the Confessor

• William the Conqueror

• Richard the Lionheart

How many castles had William the Conqueror built by the end of his reign?

• 50

• 300

• 700

• 1000

By what year were nobles living in stone houses called castles?

• 1000

• 1100

• 1200

• 1300

Why were castles usually built on hills?

• To be closer to the sun

• To be able to fire down upon enemies

• To avoid flooding

• To have a better view of the scenery

What was the primary design purpose of a castle?

• To serve as a royal residence

• To protect against wild animals

• To provide a place for social gatherings

• To make a noble feel secure

How thick were the stone walls that were built around medieval castles?

• 1-5 feet thick

• 8-20 feet thick

• 25-30 feet thick

• 35-40 feet thick

Which wall was usually higher in medieval castles?

• The outer wall

• The inner wall

• Both walls were of the same height

• There was no distinction in wall height

What was the keep in a medieval castle?

• The entrance to the castle

• The living quarters for the soldiers

• The strongest, most fortified area of the castle

• The area where food was stored

How were the rooms inside medieval castles described?

• Warm, cozy, and well-lit

• Large, cold, damp, and drafty

• Small, comfortable, and brightly colored

• Cramped, hot, and stuffy

What was the purpose of tapestries in medieval castles?

• To display wealth and status

• To provide insulation against noise

• To keep the cold air out

• To cover the windows instead of glass