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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 60 - 80.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After _______ more years of labor the walls of the choir and aisle are completed and work begins on the cathedral roof.
(a) Ten.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Twenty.
(d) Five.

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

3. Why are the people of Chutreaux lucky?
(a) The cathedral is basically finished.
(b) The architect is quickly replaced.
(c) Their work stoppage lasts only five years.
(d) The clergy change their minds.

4. During this time the new stonework and new in-place mortar are covered with what?
(a) Paint.
(b) Fabric.
(c) A matting of straw and dung.
(d) Plaster.

5. A tympanum, or ________________, is created to go above each door.
(a) Belfry.
(b) Down spout.
(c) Semicircular sculpted panel.
(d) Spire.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many masters does William hire?

2. What are these down spouts called?

3. The scaffolding holds hurdles, or ____________ made from woven sticks.

4. Huge sheets of roofing ________ are made on the ground and then hoisted into place.

5. During the year, William of Planz decides ___________.

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