Year 8 Medieval Castles Quiz

When did the first castles appear?

• Twelfth century

• Tenth century

• Eleventh century

• Ninth century

What was the innermost tower of a castle called?

• Bailey

• Keep

• Wall

• Gatehouse

What material were the first castles in the eleventh century built from?

• Stone

• Brick

• Timber

• Metal

What provided better defenses for castles against attacking forces?

• Flat plains

• Steep hills and cliffs

• Dense forests

• Wide rivers

What was a murderhole used for in a castle?

• To fire arrows

• To store food

• To house soldiers

• To keep prisoners

What was the role of the lord in the feudal system?

• To serve as a knight

• To demonstrate strength and power to his fiefs

• To work the land

• To build castles

What was the trebuchet used for?

• To defend the castle

• To hurl missiles into the castle

• To store weapons

• To build walls

What are crenellations on castle walls or towers primarily used for?

• Decoration

• Defensive purposes

• Storing supplies

• Housing soldiers

Which of the following is a design feature of a castle that makes it easier to defend?

• Concentric curtain walls

• Large windows

• Open courtyards

• Wooden fences

Why was building a castle on a hill advantageous?

• It made it easier to grow crops.

• It provided a better view of the surroundings to identify intruders.

• It was closer to trade routes.

• It made it easier to build larger structures.