The terms motte and bailey refer to

a) a raised earth mound with an open courtyard at its base.
b) a castle surrounded by water
c) a single melodic line sung in unison by a chorus
d) a unit of construction multiplied to form a monastery plan.


Ans: a)  a raised earth mound with an open courtyard at its base.

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