Gothic Cathedral Vocab Review

Stained glass is made by firing painted glass in a kiln.

What is the closest date range for Gothic Cathedrals?

The Choir is thus named because it is traditionally where the choir sings.

What was the primary purpose of these cathedrals?

Where is the nave?

Where are Gothic Cathedrals primarily located?

Where is the apse?

Which area is where the congregation sits in pews facing the front?

What is the series of intersecting arches making up the roof called?

How were medieval architects able to make these so tall?

What do we call the area that crosses the Cathedral (like outstretched arms)?

The Apse is often where Cathedrals store their Christian artifacts or relics.

Where is the choir?

What is the primary purpose of stained glass windows?

Where is the transept?

What is the floor plan of a Gothic Cathedral viewed from above meant to resemble?