Kenilworth Flashcards

1
Q

What evidence is there of the concentric wall remains which we can see at the site today?

A

Crenellations
Fish tail arrow loops
Buttresses

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2
Q

What is the purpose of the keep?*

A

Storage
Worship
Law and business decision
Accommodation
Taxation

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3
Q

Kenilworth was surrounded by forests, what would the timber be used for?*

A

Building furniture

To create a fire for food and heat

Timber beams for buildings

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4
Q

How tall were the concentric walls?

A

over 25 metres

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5
Q

To strengthen the concentric walls, King John added multiple towers, which of the following did he build?*

A

Swann Tower
Water Tower
Lunns Tower

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6
Q

What styled ceiling did the Strong Tower have? *

A

Stone Vaulted Ceiling

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7
Q

What can be seen today on the East wall of the Kitchens? *

A

4th Fireplace
Bread oven
Furnace for a cauldron

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8
Q

Where is the strong tower in regards to the castle?*

A

north west

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9
Q

Where is Sainlowe’s Tower in regards to the castle?

A

south west

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