Thursday's Thoughts 10.22.09...Name That Castle

Today's quiz is on...

Castles
because who doesn't wish they had one?

1. This castle dates back to the time of William the Conqueror and it's the oldest castles still in occupation. Name this castle.


2. The buildings of this present castle date back to the 12th century and is it now the 2nd most popular tourist attraction in Scotland. Name this castle.


3. The original structure dated back to the 12th century as was built by the Normans but burned down in 1708. Instead, this new modern version was built in it's place. It's located in Ireland. Name this castle.


4. This castle located near the cathedral of Notre-Dame in Paris, France is a formal royal palace and prison. Name this castle.


5. This castle located in the old city of Segovia, Spain also dates back to the 12th century and was originally an Arab fort before it was taken back into Christian hands. It became a favorite of Spanish monarchs. Name this castle.



Rules:
• All answers must be submitted via EMAIL only to
TWERD413 [at] gmail [dot] com.
Simply post a comment saying that your answers have been sent.
• Each question is worth 2 extra point for a potential maximum of 10 points.
• Each point is redeemable for an extra entry in the giveaways
(that's up to 10 extra entries)
Everyone has until 11.05.09 to submit their answers for this quiz.

NOTE: Answers submitted to this quiz will be applied to entries for Wicked Wednesday Giveaway 10.21.09!

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