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The function of the White Tower

White Tower

Unit Summary

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

Lesson Summary

You will learn to describe the different functions of the White Tower.

Key Notes

  • Norman castles in England were primarily military buildings.
  • The White Tower was designed to defend a garrison against attack.
  • Norman castles were centres of government administration and had economic functions.
  • The White Tower was also built to be a royal residence.

Vocabulary To Learn

  • garrison: troops stationed in a building to guard it
  • function: what something is designed to do

Common Mistakes To Avoid

  • That early medieval kings ruled from a royal palace.

3 Quick Questions (With Answers)

1. Summarise this historical learning in two key ideas.

Norman castles in England were primarily military buildings. The White Tower was designed to defend a garrison against attack.

2. Define this history term and explain why it matters in this topic. 'garrison'

troops stationed in a building to guard it.

3. Correct this common history misconception using evidence language.

Mistake: That early medieval kings ruled from a royal palace. Correction: In fact, early medieval kings and their courts travelled from one location to another.

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