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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The scaffolding holds hurdles, or ____________ made from woven sticks.
(a) Blankets.
(b) Work platforms.
(c) Jumps.
(d) Railings.

2. The wax melts and runs out leaving a cavity in the clay. Molten _______________ is poured into the cavity and allowed to cool.
(a) Bronze.
(b) Iron.
(c) Steel.
(d) Copper.

3. Each _____________ is mortared together.
(a) Brick.
(b) Piece of glass.
(c) Stone.
(d) Timber.

4. Most of the walls are two vertical walls with a space between that is filled with ___________.
(a) Straw.
(b) Stone.
(c) Insulation.
(d) Concrete.

5. Why is the answer to number 74 hung from the top of the wall instead of rising from the ground?
(a) Because it must go very high.
(b) Because the workmen are confused.
(c) Because it is safer hanging from the ceiling.
(d) Because it is easier to build this way.

Short Answer Questions

1. To whom are the drawings presented?

2. Finally, the new foundation for the apse and choir is _______________.

3. Who is William responsible for hiring?

4. How many years has it been since construction began?

5. Why did William of Planz design buttresses around the cathedral's outside walls?

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