Methods Of Attacks Flashcards
1
Q
What does a scaling ladder do?
A
It allowed attackers to scale tall castle walls without too much fuss
2
Q
What does a trebuchet do?
A
It’s a large slingshot that can be used to fire rocks at castle walls
3
Q
What does a siege tower do?
A
It allowed archers on the top to shoot down at the enemy. The ramps would be lowered onto the castle to allow troops to attack
4
Q
What does the mangonel do?
A
It’s used to fire rocks at the castle
5
Q
What does the battering ram do?
A
It’s weight destroys walls and doors
6
Q
What’s a ballista?
A
It’s a crossbow which fires large bolts
7
Q
What does tunnelling do?
A
It weakens the walls and could collapse the castle
