Medieval Castle Life

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1. A 'garderobe' was a chest in which the Lady of the castle kept fine linens and clothing, layered with herbs, to keep moths and other insects from damaging them. True False

2. What exactly was a 'motte'? Flaky apple dessert dusted with nutmeg Slogan on the Lord's family crest Mound a castle was built on A beauty patch used by Ladies

3. If a man was "dubbed", he had a knighthood conferred upon him. True False

4. What do you think a 'quintain' was? A popular dance with many intricate steps. Type of tonic used to treat fevers Traditional style of 8-lined verse Dummy used in jousting practice

5. To get out of military service, what did a vassal pay to his lord? A scutage Heriot An allure Alms

6. What do you think a 'sackbut' could have been? Medieval instrument akin to the trombone Mulled wine heated with a hot poker Belt with tassels that a Lady wore around her hips A bag that ground millet was stored in

7. 'Donjon' was a spicy mustard lavishly spread on meats to conceal the taste and odor of slight spoilage. True False

8. A 'buttery' is best described by which of the following? Container lowered into the castle well to keep dairy products cool Puff pastry layered with almond paste Room used for the serving of beer and wine Cook's helper who basted roasting meats

9. 'Mummers' were medieval versions of undertakers, and were not only responsible for laying out the body for burial, but planned the Wake as well. True False

10. What do you think a 'trebuchet' was? War engine used to hurl heavy missiles Iron hook used to suspend cooking pots over the fire Tipped lance used in jousting practice Thick slice of day old bread used as a meat plate