I WONDER - What Is A Motte And Bailey Castle?

The video explains the Motte and Bailey design, a popular medieval fortification originating in the 10th century. It describes the Motte as a raised earthwork with a keep, providing a vantage point for defense. The Bailey, adjacent to the Motte, is an enclosed area with essential buildings. The entire structure is often surrounded by a ditch, which can be filled with water to form a moat, enhancing its defensive capabilities.

In which century did the Mot and Bailey design originate?

• 8th century

• 9th century

• 10th century

• 11th century

What is the purpose of the keep in the Mot structure?

• To serve as a prison

• To provide a lookout point

• To house livestock

• To store food

What is the Bailey in the Mot and Bailey design?

• A water-filled ditch

• An open area enclosed by a fence

• A defensive tower

• A type of weapon

What structures could be found within the Bailey?

• Libraries and schools

• Armories and barracks

• Houses, stables, and workshops

• Gardens and orchards

What was the purpose of the ditch surrounding the Mot and Bailey?

• To form a moat for defense

• To mark property boundaries

• To serve as a road

• To provide irrigation