troops stationed in a building to guard it

The function of the White Tower

History

In 'Norman England: how did William the Conqueror subdue England?', pupils learnt about the reaction of the Anglo-Saxons to Norman rule and how William consolidated his 1066 victories. In this unit, pupils will learn how their knowledge of Norman England can be applied to a specific historic environment linked to the Normans.

Historic environment (Norman England)

Depiction of war, threats of war, death or the aftermath of war.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Which word describes troops stationed in a building to guard it?

Which word describes what something is designed to do?

entrance was on the first floor via a wooden staircase

Which of the following are examples of the White Tower's defences?

numerous fireplaces to suggest there were more soldiers inside than reality

a well was dug in the basement to get fresh water

the design of the walls suggested the tower had at least three floors

the enormous basement had storerooms filled with supplies

its location next to the River Thames meant it could be supplied by boat

Which of the following show that the White Tower was designed to survive besiegement?

riverside location meant that trade on the river came under its control

inclusion of kitchens and rooms for servants

a metre-wide passageway was built into the thick outer wall 

Which of the following show the White Tower's administrative role?

the king’s royal chambers and private chapel

What was located on the second floor of the White Tower?

Which word describes somebody who constructs things from stone?

Which word describes the design and construction of buildings?

its small, slim columns and pointed arches

its huge stone columns and rounded arches

Which of the following are examples of the White Tower's Romanesque style?

Which building materials were used by Gundulf in the construction of the White Tower?

In which century did stone keeps and walls begin to replace wooden castle buildings?

Which pattern were the Normans fond of using in their building projects?

Content guidance

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

Adult supervision recommended

Starter Quiz