Grade 4 - Social Studies - Early civilizations - Medieval Times - Castles

What were the sliding iron bars called? (behind the doors of the castle)

How long could it take to build a castle?

The ditch that surrounded the castle (usually filled with water) is called...

What did the sentries shoot their bow and arrows through?

When the alarm sounded, who shot arrows at the enemies?

What was the walled passage that led to the castle gate called? (They could close the doors and trap enemies in it)

What were the extensions of the walls called? (in between the crenels)

What did the sentries hide behind when enemies shot at them?

Who sounded the alarm when they saw enemies coming?

What were the first castles made out of?

What is the main reason why were castles built?

The gaps at the top of the tower walls are called what?

Why did they switch to stone castles?