Castle Life

Question 1

what was the great hall?

Answer 1

used in norman castles. social center used for eating,meetings,hosting guest, and day to day activities

Question 2

describe the kitchen

Answer 2

was in separate building to prevent fire risk. prepared food for castles inhabitants

Question 3

how was sanitation ?

Answer 3

underdeveloped. Human waste disposed through garderobes leading to a pit outside castle walls. foul odour and contamination an issue

Question 4

how was heating and lighting ?

Answer 4

hearing provided with fireplace which wasn’t efficient leading to cold interior especially in winter

Question 5

how was comfort?

Answer 5

comfort was minimal with straw filled mattresses , woolen blankets, and basic wooden furniture

Question 6

where was the chapel?

Answer 6

would’ve been in the castle or nearby so residents could go there as a place of worship

Question 7

work/leisure

Answer 7

lord and his house home spent time managing lands, collecting rent and dealing with disputes. leisure activities included hunting, feasting and hosting performers at certain occasions