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What were the solutions used to build tall Gothic structures while preserving natural light?
What were the solutions used to build tall Gothic structures while preserving natural light?
- Barrel vault, dome, and round arch
- Rib vault, flying buttress, and pointed arch (correct)
- Cantilever, suspension bridge, and cable-stayed bridge
- Post-and-lintel, corbel arch, and groin vault
What was the purpose of sculptural representations of biblical stories in Gothic cathedrals?
What was the purpose of sculptural representations of biblical stories in Gothic cathedrals?
- To decorate the cathedral
- To showcase the skills of sculptors
- To represent Christian faith through art
- To tell stories from the Bible to the illiterate (correct)
Which country dominated the High Gothic years (c. 1250–1300)?
Which country dominated the High Gothic years (c. 1250–1300)?
- France (correct)
- Germany
- Britain
- Spain
What was the significance of colored glass in Gothic cathedrals?
What was the significance of colored glass in Gothic cathedrals?
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What distinguishes Italian Gothic architecture from other Gothic styles?
What distinguishes Italian Gothic architecture from other Gothic styles?
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What was the relationship between the urban cathedral and Saint Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologica?
What was the relationship between the urban cathedral and Saint Thomas Aquinas's Summa Theologica?
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