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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Each of the bays is the square area between ________ piers at the corners.
(a) Four.
(b) Six.
(c) Five.
(d) Seven.

2. The stones that comprise the ribs of the vaulted ceiling are called ___________.
(a) Vassoirs.
(b) Fassoirs.
(c) Rassoirs.
(d) Chassoirs.

3. Why is the answer to number 39 part of the preparation?
(a) To produce tools and nails.
(b) To produce tools and scaffolding.
(c) To aid in the raising of walls.
(d) To aid in the construction of the roof.

4. Who does the master craftsman take on?
(a) Apprentices and assistants.
(b) Other architects.
(c) The chapter.
(d) Other master craftsmen.

5. The stones are marked for what purposes?
(a) To know how much the carpenter is owed for his work.
(b) To know where they will go.
(c) Tracking and remuneration.
(d) To decorate the stone.

Short Answer Questions

1. In the twelfth century the people of Europe believed that God was ___________.

2. To date, over how many men have been involved in this project?

3. During this time the new stonework and new in-place mortar are covered with what?

4. The cut lumber is transported ___________ miles.

5. Masons then lay courses of light __________ stones over the wooden spanners.

(see the answer key)

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