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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What kind of tools do the stone cutter's workshop and the carpenter's workshop require?

2. William has much experience working on other cathedrals in _______________________.

3. Does the floor plan show only the general outline?

4. Who fabricates the wood components of the tools?

5. This technique also allowed for more space for ___________.

Short Essay Questions

1. Describe the mortice-and-tenon construction method. How is this used in the construction of the cathedral?

2. What types of tools are needed in the workshops?

3. Where is the roof located? Of what does it consist?

4. Describe the three phases of the construction of the walls of the choir.

5. How many men have been employed in this project so far? How long has this project been in process?

6. What takes place during the winter months?

7. Describe the buttresses and how they function.

8. What is first approved by the Bishop and the Chapter?

9. Describe the excavation of the foundation.

10. Who makes the tools?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The plans for the cathedral are much like other Gothic cathedrals.

Part 1) Describe the cathedral's plans. How are they like the plans for other Gothic cathedrals?

Part 2) Are buildings constructed in this style today? Why or why not? How might the planning process be different for a Gothic cathedral today?

Part 3) Compare Gothic architecture to modern architecture. What similarities exist? What are the differences?

Essay Topic 2

Buttresses were used when building this cathedral.

Part 1) What are buttresses? What purpose do they serve? Are they necessary? Why or why not?

Part 2) What are three other aspects of the cathedral that are necessary during the building process? How are they necessary?

Part 3) Why are buttresses not needed today? What is still needed during a building project today? Why?

Essay Topic 3

Many artisans were used in the building of this cathedral.

Part 1) Describe the various groups of artisans. How did they help to construct this cathedral?

Part 2) What might the training for these craftsman be like? How might this compare to similar craftsmen's training today?

Part 3) Are these types of artisans used in building projects today? If so, how? If not, why not?

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