I WONDER - Why Did Castles Have Towers?

Towers were crucial in medieval defense, offering a vantage point to spot enemies. They were integral to castle defenses, featuring battlements with notched parapets for protection. Defenders used these structures to hide and attack, utilizing gaps called cronnells for offense and raised parts known as mullons for cover.

What was the primary function of towers in castles?

• To provide a high vantage point

• To house the king

• To store weapons

• To serve as a prison

Which of the following was NOT a function of towers?

• Providing a view of the surrounding land

• Serving as a strong point in defenses

• Hiding defenders

• Storing food supplies

How did notched parapets assist defenders?

• By storing food supplies

• By offering protection while attacking

• By providing a place to rest

• By allowing them to see further

What were the gaps in battlements called?

• Mullons

• Cronnells

• Parapets

• Turrets

What purpose did the raised parts of battlements serve?

• To provide cover

• To house guards

• To signal allies

• To store arrows