Question 5

Question

Which part of Gothic cathedrals allowed the buildings to have thinner walls?

Multiple choice question.
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A)
barrel vaults
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B)
flying buttresses
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C)
stained glass windows
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D)
thick pillars

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

B) flying buttresses

Flying buttresses were structural elements that allowed Gothic cathedrals to support thinner walls, which in turn enabled the incorporation of larger windows and more intricate designs.