Motte and Bailey

Question 1

What was the first sort of castle built by William the Conquerer?

Answer 1

Motte and bailey castles

Question 2

Why did William build castles in England?

Answer 2

Control
Defence
Intimidation

Question 3

Where might William build his castles?

Answer 3

On a hill
Near water
On fertile land

Question 4

The enclosed area, usually on a smaller mound of earth than the keep. Soldiers and animals live here.

Answer 4

The Bailey

Question 5

This was a tower built on top of the Motte as a lookout. It was the safest part of the castle.

Answer 5

The Keep

Question 6

This is the deep ditch surrounding the whole castle. Sometimes it was filled with water which made it harder for enemies to reach the castle walls.

Answer 6

The Moat

Question 7

This connected the keep to the bailey. Defenders sashed it if they had to retreat to the keep.

Answer 7

The Wooden Bridge

Question 8

This was a small hill made by digging a large circular ditch and throwing soils into the centre.

Answer 8

The Motte

Question 9

This was a defensive barrier made of wood surrounding the Bailey.

Answer 9

The Palisade