V.O.S. - La prueba de los castillos

Which of the following best describes Spanish castles?

• similar to other European castles

• unique, influenced by many groups

• replicas of the Moorish fortresses

• used for aristocratic and courtly purpose

Where were the Spanish castles typically built?

• in a valley

• on a plain

• in a cave

• on a mountain

What part of Spain was referred to as 'Castilla'?

• southern Spain

• eastern Spain

• central Spain

• western Spain

What group of people invaded Spain in the 8th century?

• Romans

• French

• Muslims

• Christians

What were the Muslim fortresses called?

• ashlar

• albacar

• alcazar

• arabish

Who did the civil towers protect?

• monarchs

• lords

• servants

• townspeople

What language originated in this region?

• basque

• castellano

• valenciano

• romantic

Which adjective best describes the romantic style castles?

• decorative

• fancy

• boring

• small

Where were military towers located?

• seacoasts

• farmlands

• forests

• hills

Who constructed the very first castles in Spain?

• Romans

• Moors

• Aztecs

• Portuguese