La Sainte Chapelle and Its Relics Quiz
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Which French cathedral is known for having the most complete collections of medieval stained glass?

  • Strasbourg Cathedral
  • La Sainte Chapelle
  • Laon Cathedral
  • Chartres Cathedral (correct)
  • What was the purpose of the creation of La Sainte Chapelle?

  • To be the tallest building in the world
  • To display the Stone Made Bible
  • To serve as a reliquary for the Crown of Thorns
  • To house the true cross of Christ (correct)
  • Which cathedral was considered as the Middle Ages expression and reputed as the Stone Made Bible?

  • Strasbourg Cathedral
  • Laon Cathedral
  • Chartres Cathedral (correct)
  • Notre Dame Cathedral
  • What is the current location of the relic that was previously housed in La Sainte Chapelle before the April 2019 fire?

    <p>Louvre Museum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the spire of Rouen Cathedral erected?

    <p>In 1876</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following structures is best known for its medieval Benedictine Abbey and steepled church?

    <p>Le Mont Saint Michel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who restored Carcassone, a historic fortified city, in 1853?

    <p>Eugene Viollet-le-Duc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which castle was one of the earliest European castles to use machicolations?

    <p>Chateau Gaillard</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What caused the destruction of Notre-Dame Cathedral in April 2019?

    <p>Faulty electrical wiring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which architect was responsible for the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral?

    <p>Eugène Viollet-le-Duc</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cathedral is known as the coronation church of the French kings?

    <p>Reims Cathedral</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the famous statue of the 'Smiling Angel of Reims' located?

    <p>Left-hand doorway of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Reims</p> Signup and view all the answers

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