Motte And Baily Castles Flashcards
1
Q
What was the first type of castles built by Norman’s
A
Motte and Bailey
2
Q
What was the motte
A
A hill
3
Q
Where could enemies be spotted from a distance
A
Keep
4
Q
What was an advantage of having a tall motte
A
Enemy can be spotted early and height slowed down attackers
5
Q
Moat or ditch
A
Barrier against enemy and most people couldn’t swim
6
Q
Pulled up when enemy near
A
Drawbridge
7
Q
What were the advantages to wood
A
Easy to find
Easy to build with
Quick to built with
8
Q
What are the disadvantage to wood
A
Burnt down
Rot over time
Hacked part
9
Q
Why did Norman’s change to stone
A
It’s more durable
Gave the Impression Norman’s we’re rich and powerful
