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Study Guide Answers
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1.
How long did it take to complete the Cologne Cathedral?
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632 years |
2.
When did construction of the present cathedral begin?
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1248 |
3.
The Cologne Cathedral is one of the purest examples of ______________________
architecture.
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Gothic |
4.
The cathedral is situated along the ___________________ River.
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Rhine |
5.
Throughout the centuries, what have been the three leading causes of damage to the cathedral?
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French Revolution, World War II, and weathering |
6.
Much of the cathedral's repair work is funded by the ___________________ .
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lottery |
7.
The Cologne Cathedral has the largest church façade ever built. True or false?
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true |
8.
The main entrance to the cathedral is on the _________________ side.
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west |
9.
The three doorways of the main entrance are surrounded by _______________________ .
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sculptures/carvings |
10.
In 1842, __________________________________ assisted with the design and laid the foundation stone for the cathedral.
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King Wilhelm of Prussia |
11.
What is a flying buttress?
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an arched support carved out of stone |
12.
There are nearly 2 1/2 acres of glass in the cathedral. True or false?
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true |
13.
Where is the Shrine of the Magi located in the cathedral?
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behind the altar |
14.
The Cologne Cathedral was, at one point, the world's tallest building. True or false?
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true |
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