Castle
What is a castle?
A big, strong building where people lived in the past.
What is a moat?
A water-filled ditch around a castle.
Where were castles built?
On hills or rocks.
Why were castles built on hills?
To see enemies from far away.
How did people cross the moat?
Using a drawbridge.
Who was the lady of the castle?
The wife of the lord.
What animals lived in the castle?
Dogs, chickens, and other farm animals.
Were castles quiet or noisy?
Noisy
Did many people live in the castle?
Yes
What were castle walls made of?
Stone.
Who protected the castle?
Knights and guards.
Who was the lord of the castle?
The man who owned and ruled the castle.
Why did castles have high towers?
To see far and protect the castle.
What was inside the dungeon?
Prisoners.
What is a drawbridge?
A bridge that can be raised or lowered over the moat.
Why was there a fire in every room?
To keep it warm.
Where was food cooked?
In the kitchen.
Where was food eaten?
In the Great Hall.
Was the castle clean or dirty?
Dirty.
The castle was warm. True? False?
False, The castle was cold
Did the lord have a private room?
No, he shared it with his family.
Did castles have small or big windows?
Small.
What did servants do?
They cooked, cleaned, and served food.
Was it fun to live in a castle?
No, it was cold, dark, and smelly.
What is the name of one real castle?
Stirling Castle and Doune Castle