motte and bailey castles Flashcards
1
Q
what was the keep for
A
where the earl or knight would live and show power
2
Q
the motte
A
the hill the keep stood on for defence and show power
3
Q
bailey
A
village at the bottom
4
Q
moat
A
ditch sometimes with water to keep enemies out
5
Q
drawbridge
A
lifted when under attack to prevent entry
6
Q
palisade
A
wall surrounding
7
Q
why were the made from wood
A
quick and cheap to build but could catch fire and rot
8
Q
why were the motte and bailey castles not stone
A
stone took decades but wood was quick
9
Q
why were the motte and bailey important
A
protected earls and knights
protected soliders travelling
sign of power
strategic locations
