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What was the primary purpose of the castles built by the Normans in England?
What was the primary purpose of the castles built by the Normans in England?
The burhs were very sophisticated towns that had advanced defensive features.
The burhs were very sophisticated towns that had advanced defensive features.
False (B)
What were the large fortresses used by the Normans in England called?
What were the large fortresses used by the Normans in England called?
castles
A burh is a fortified town that was built to protect against __________.
A burh is a fortified town that was built to protect against __________.
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Match the following features with their descriptions:
Match the following features with their descriptions:
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Flashcards
Norman Castles
Norman Castles
Large, fortified structures used by the Normans to establish control over England.
Burhs
Burhs
A type of fortification used by the Anglo-Saxons to protect their towns from Viking attacks.
Fortification
Fortification
The act of making a place strong and protected against attack.
Trench
Trench
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Gates
Gates
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Study Notes
Norman Conquest of England: Castles
- Norman invaders used castles to assert control over England.
- Castles were strategically placed to enforce Norman authority throughout the country.
- A small Norman force used castles to control a large population.
- Castles were crucial in the Norman conquest.
Anglo-Saxon Defenses
- Anglo-Saxon kingdoms were threatened by Viking invasions.
- Towns were fortified to defend against these attacks.
- These fortifications were called burhs.
- Burhs were rudimentary but effective.
Burh Construction
- Burhs were created by digging a deep trench.
- A wall (often of wood or stone) was built around the trench.
- The inside of the burh was similar to other towns, apart from the key controlled entrances.
- Controlled entrances were located at the burh's gates.
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Description
This quiz explores the impact of the Norman Conquest on England, focusing on the use of castles by Norman invaders to establish control. It also examines the defensive strategies employed by Anglo-Saxon kingdoms against Viking incursions, particularly the construction of burhs. Test your knowledge on these historical fortifications and their significance in English history.
