The purpose of Norman castles in England (OCR GCSE History B (Schools History Project)): Quizzes
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What was the main purpose of Norman castles in England?
What was the main purpose of Norman castles in England?
Protect William from rebellious Anglo-Saxons
What military function did Norman castles serve?
What military function did Norman castles serve?
Hold land securely and guard against invasion
What political message did castles send?
What political message did castles send?
Normans were in control
How did castles help prevent rebellions?
How did castles help prevent rebellions?
They acted as a deterrent
Why were castles often built near rivers, roads and harbours?
Why were castles often built near rivers, roads and harbours?
To control movement of people and trade
How did castles generate economic revenue?
How did castles generate economic revenue?
Through tolls and taxation
What was a burh?
What was a burh?
Anglo-Saxon fortification
What is a motte and bailey castle?
What is a motte and bailey castle?
Castle on raised earthwork with ditch
What is a donjon?
What is a donjon?
Great tower or innermost keep of castle
What is a curtain wall?
What is a curtain wall?
A fortified wall around a castle
What is a concentric castle?
What is a concentric castle?
Castle with two or more concentric curtain walls