I WONDER - What Is A Siege?

A castle siege involves an army surrounding a castle to cut off supplies and force surrender. Attackers aim to take control by being strategic, often cutting off food and water. Sieges can last for years due to the strong defenses of castles.

What is the primary goal of an army during a castle siege?

• To destroy the castle

• To take control of the castle

• To negotiate with the castle inhabitants

• To build a new castle

What does the term 'siege' refer to in the context of castles?

• An army surrounding a castle to cut off access

• A festival held in a castle

• A type of castle architecture

• A defensive strategy by the castle inhabitants

How do attackers try to make the people inside a castle surrender?

• By offering them gifts

• By cutting off their food and water supplies

• By sending them messages

• By building a bridge to the castle

What was a common tactic used by attackers during a siege?

• Building a moat

• Sending a peace treaty

• Cutting off supplies

• Inviting the defenders to a feast

Why could sieges last for a very long time?

• Because attackers were indecisive

• Because castles were easy to capture

• Because the weather was unpredictable

• Because castles were built to be strong and hard to capture