relating to the running of a business or government

The function of Pevensey Castle

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.

In this unit, pupils learn about the historical environment, choosing the relevant site study to complement their understanding of Norman England.

Historic environment (Norman England)

Historic or outdated representations of people that may portray inequality or injustice.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Which word means relating to the running of a business or government?

Which word means an armed uprising against a ruler?

To maintain control over the rebellious population

To provide residences for Anglo-Saxon nobles

What was the primary reason William the Conqueror built castles in England?

By ensuring they were within a day’s march of each other

By constructing castles in major cities only

By using a network of underground tunnels between castles

How did the Normans ensure that their castles were always within reach of each other?

They were known for their elaborate interiors and luxurious furnishings.

They were frequently built on flat ground with no natural defences.

They were used mainly as government offices and royal residences.

They were often built on high ground with walls and ditches.

Which of the following statements about the motte-and-bailey castles is true?

A traditional name for an administrative district in Sussex

A type of Norman castle with a mound and enclosed courtyard

A Norman official responsible for local administration and taxes

A Roman fort in Pevensey where William chose to build his castle

Match each term with its correct description.

Which term describes a type of castle built by the Normans, with a high earthen mound and a courtyard protected by a strong timber palisade?

Complete the sentence: Pevensey Castle was originally a Roman ...

It provided a location for a marketplace to trade with local people.

It was a known site for celebrating local festivals and ceremonies.

It was already equipped with supplies and weapons for his army.

It offered a well-defended position with thick walls.

What was one of the main advantages of William using the existing Roman structure at Pevensey for his landing in 1066?

To create a higher observation point to watch for Anglo-Saxon attack

To provide space for storing supplies and equipment

To serve as a royal residence for William the Conqueror

To build a watchtower for spotting incoming ships

What was the purpose of raising the Roman D-tower in the northwest corner of Pevensey Castle?

To make the castle more impressive for visitors

To prepare the walls for decorative painting

To enhance the fortifications against attack

To provide space for additional buildings

Why did William repair the Roman walls at Pevensey Castle?

Its large size made it easy to spot from a distance.

Its rapid construction time of only one day.

Its large motte was designed to intimidate enemies.

Its use of advanced Roman engineering techniques.

What was a major factor in the effectiveness of William's pre-built castle at Pevensey?

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Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Adult supervision recommended

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The function of Pevensey Castle

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.