The distribution and design of Norman castles in England to 1087 (OCR GCSE History A (Explaining the Modern World)): Quizzes
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What was one of William's first actions when he arrived in England?
What was one of William's first actions when he arrived in England?
Constructing many castles
Where did Normans establish their fortifications?
Where did Normans establish their fortifications?
Inside or near towns with high ground or water
Where were large numbers of castles concentrated?
Where were large numbers of castles concentrated?
Welsh borders & south England
How did Normans initially clear land to build castles where they wanted?
How did Normans initially clear land to build castles where they wanted?
They knocked down housing
What was the main purpose of Norman motte and bailey castles?
What was the main purpose of Norman motte and bailey castles?
To intimidate conquered Anglo-Saxons
How did Norman castles differ from Anglo-Saxon burhs?
How did Norman castles differ from Anglo-Saxon burhs?
Private fortified residences vs defence
What was a strength of motte and bailey castles?
What was a strength of motte and bailey castles?
Easy to put up and repair
What was a major weakness of motte and bailey castles?
What was a major weakness of motte and bailey castles?
Wood was susceptible to rot and fire
How long were stone castles designed to last?
How long were stone castles designed to last?
Centuries
What was a major weakness of stone castles?
What was a major weakness of stone castles?
Time-consuming to build and very expensive
Which materials were used to convert motte and bailey castles to stone?
Which materials were used to convert motte and bailey castles to stone?
Chalk, flint, limestone & sandstone
When were concentric castles developed?
When were concentric castles developed?
12th century