What was a key element of William Duke of Normandy's strategy during his conquest?

William Duke of Normandy's Strategy and Castle Building

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Avoiding any form of conflict
Negotiating peace treaties
Relying solely on naval power
Building strongholds in enemy territory
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the primary purpose of the Norman castle building program?
To create a network of trade routes
To establish a defensive network across the land
To promote cultural exchange
To build religious monuments
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following was a characteristic of early Norman castles?
They were known as motte and bailey
They were all made of stone
They were primarily built on flat land
They were used exclusively for religious purposes
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the motte in a motte and bailey castle?
A type of weapon used by the Normans
A hill with a watchtower and curtain wall
A large open field for training troops
A ceremonial hall for gatherings
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Where did the people live and conduct their business in a motte and bailey castle?
In the watchtower
On the motte
Outside the castle walls
In the bailey
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What surrounded the motte and bailey castles for defense?
A stone wall
A wooden wall and a moat or deep ditch
A series of traps
A line of archers
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why could motte and bailey castles be constructed quickly?
They required no planning
They were made of stone
They were built by local villagers
They were made of wood
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