Exploring the World of Castles

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

• To serve as marketplaces

• To protect kings and queens

• To host sporting events

• To store food

Which feature of a castle was used to keep enemies out by being raised or lowered?

• Tower

• Moat

• Drawbridge

• Great hall

What surrounded most castles to provide additional protection?

• Gardens

• Moat filled with water

• Wooden fences

• Open fields

What were the tall structures on castles called that were used for defense and observation?

• Towers

• Walls

• Gates

• Bridges

Inside a castle, where were feasts typically held?

• Kitchens

• Living quarters

• Great halls

• Dungeons

What material were most castle walls made of?

• Wood

• Stone

• Brick

• Metal

What is the current use of castles today?

• Military bases

• Historical sites

• Private residences

• Shopping centers

Who primarily lived in castles during the Middle Ages?

• Farmers

• Kings and queens

• Merchants

• Soldiers

What was the purpose of the moat around a castle?

• To provide water for the castle

• To beautify the landscape

• To prevent invaders from reaching the walls

• To store fish

What type of events were commonly held in the great halls of castles?

• Feasts

• Battles

• Markets

• Concerts