A Legacy of Stone/Ferdinand Cheval's Masterpiece

What inspired Ferdinand Cheval to start collecting stones for his masterpiece?

• He was assigned the task by the local government.

• He found a beautiful stone that reminded him of a dream.

• He wanted to prove his architectural skills.

• He was bored with his job as a mail carrier.

How long did Ferdinand Cheval spend building his palace?

• 20 years

• 33 years

• 40 years

• 60 years

What is the name of the structure built by Ferdinand Cheval?

• The Great Palace

• The Stone Marvel

• The Ideal Palace

• Cheval's Castle

What materials did Cheval use to cement the stones in place for his palace?

• Wood, glass, and metal

• Concrete, lime, and wire

• Plastic, steel, and rubber

• Mud, straw, and clay

What was the public's initial reaction to Cheval's project?

• They were supportive and offered help.

• They were indifferent and ignored him.

• They laughed and criticized him.

• They were impressed and respected him.

What was the size of the Ideal Palace upon completion?

• 75 feet long, 35 feet tall, and 40 feet wide.

• 100 feet long, 50 feet tall, and 60 feet wide.

• 60 feet long, 30 feet tall, and 35 feet wide.

• 80 feet long, 40 feet tall, and 45 feet wide.

How many tourists visit the Ideal Palace annually?

• Up to 12,000

• Up to 120,000

• Up to 1,200,000

• Up to 12,000,000

What is the Ideal Palace considered as?

• A modern art museum

• A historical monument

• A French postage stamp

• A New York City landmark

Where has the likeness of the Ideal Palace been displayed?

• The Louvre Museum, Paris

• The British Museum, London

• The Museum of Modern Art, New York City

• The Guggenheim Museum, New York City

What helped Cheval create the Ideal Palace?

• His formal training in architecture

• His wealth and resources

• His unique vision and persistence

• The collaboration with other artists