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    How many hills should I make for my Motte and Bailey castle?
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    I would recommend sticking to one or two.
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    Is there a way to make a Motte and Bailey castle without using a bowl?
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    Yes. You could use any object with a round (or bowl-like) shape, even if it's not a bowl specifically.
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    Where can you find figures for a castle and which size they should be?
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    They should be small enough to fit in your fingers. Any children toys would do, and can be found at toy store and general stores.
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    What can I use instead of a dome cake?
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    You could use a chocolate dome and use it when it solidifies. Then you just have to be gentle so you don't crack it.
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    How do I make a Motte and Bailey castle correctly?
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    Try following the steps above, using a kit or other websites.
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    How do I make a Gothic castle?
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    Try using black licorice and other black candies and dyes. Also, you can weave the house from the licorice.
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    How could I make a drawbridge for the castle?
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    Try getting two pieces of card stock, and place two holes parallel to each other at the top on each piece. Then thread 2 pieces of string through both holes, tying it at the end. If you succeed, you should be able to pull back the string, lifting the pieces.
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    If I do not have a bowl, then what other things would work? Can I use cardboard?
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    Yes, you can. And you may be able to cut small triangles at the cube ,then fold them. But make sure they are spaced out evenly.
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    How do I make a motte and bailey castle out of something other than sweets?
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    If you still want it to be edible, you can use fruits like apples and pears by cutting shapes out of them.
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    Can it be made without using Popsicle sticks?
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    As the article mentions, you can instead use coffee stirrers or dry twigs from outdoors, among other creative solutions.
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