ApPlY YoUr LeArNiNg Picture A: Trim Castle in County Meath. Picture B: An illustration of a stone castle. A
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RECALL
1. Look at Picture A of Trim Castle in County Meath. Why do you think the castle was built at this location?
2. Look at Picture B and answer the following questions: (a) Name the features of the castle in Picture B marked A, B, C, D, E. (b) If you were to attack this castle, how would you do so? Name the weapons you would use. (c) Why were the insides of castles very dark and damp? (d) Describe briefly two sites where medieval towns may have developed. (e) Why did some medieval towns become wealthier and more powerful? (f) Explain the following terms: (i) Portcullis (ii) Turret (iii) Ramparts (iv) Drawbridge