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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 41 - 59.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From where does the cut stone come?
(a) Bavaria.
(b) Somme.
(c) Chantilly.
(d) Burgundy.

2. Does the floor plan show only the general outline?
(a) No, it also shows how the new cathedral will interface with the existing crypt.
(b) No, it also shows the location of stairs, doors, and windows.
(c) No, it also shows the locations of stairs, doors, and windows, and it illustrates how the new cathedral will interface with the existing crypt.
(d) Yes.

3. Where are these wood spanners installed by the carpenters?
(a) Along the ribs.
(b) Along the piers.
(c) Along the centerings.
(d) Along the walls.

4. The vault and ceiling put what on the piers and walls?
(a) An upward strain.
(b) A downward strain.
(c) A lateral strain.
(d) A horizontal strain.

5. What kind of tools do the stone cutter's workshop and the carpenter's workshop require?
(a) Very few.
(b) Simple.
(c) The most specialized.
(d) Basic.

Short Answer Questions

1. The outward buckling force is then transferred from the piers and walls to the buttresses by arches known as ___________.

2. When it rains, the water shoots out of ___________.

3. The complex series of foundation excavations are executed according to ___________.

4. The ribs themselves carry the weight of __________, or ceiling stones.

5. In most respects, what are the two drawings typical of?

(see the answer key)

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