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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Pieces of cut limestone are hoisted out of the quarry. What are they cut into shape to match?
(a) The length of the wooden timbers.
(b) The trim on the cathedral.
(c) Templates.
(d) The stones from other cathedrals.

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

3. The complex series of foundation excavations are executed according to ___________.
(a) The surveying stakes.
(b) The spray painted lines on the ground.
(c) The architect's plans.
(d) The stone mason's opinion.

4. Why are the roof timbers coated in this?
(a) To prevent them from falling down.
(b) To prevent them from rotting.
(c) To prevent them from buckling.
(d) To prevent them from catching on fire.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Soon thereafter who dies and is replaced?

2. In 1281 who dies?

3. Workmen reach the scaffolding by using ______________ built into the walls of the cathedral.

4. Each _____________ is mortared together.

5. Who is William responsible for hiring?

(see the answer key)

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