Which castle did William the Conqueror begin building in London after his coronation?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. The Tower of London
- Step 1: The White Tower, which gives the castle its name, was built by William the Conqueror in 1078 and was initially a resented symbol of oppression. The Tower stands on the north bank of the River Thames in London, England. Answer: The Tower of London. Why not the others: Windsor Castle was also commissioned by William but is a different castle outside the Tower's London site, and Dover and Warwick are not the London castle.
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