28. Why did William the Conqueror build castles?

　A. He wanted to celebrate his victory.

　B. He wanted to remind people of his influence.

　C. He wanted to live peacefully with the English.

　D. He wanted to use them to his military advantage.

29. Which of the following is a way the lord would adopt to show his power?

　A. Dealing with conflicts in his castle.

　B. Building his castle in an obvious place.

　C. Carrying out social activities in his castle.

　D. Commanding peasants to live near his castle.

30. What attracts people to visit castles today?

　A. The splendid history. B. The special architecture.

　C. The tense atmosphere. D. The superior comfort.

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