Medieval Castle Building Quiz

Who is leading the castle-building project at Guédelon?

• Francesca

• Pauly Shore

• Sarah Preston

• Fiona Bell

What is the main purpose of the Guédelon project?

• To experiment with modern building techniques

• To create a tourist attraction

• To build a new residential area

• To understand medieval construction methods

What year is the Guédelon project expected to be completed?

• 1245

• 1255

• 1265

• 1275

What material is primarily used for stone carving at Guédelon?

• Granite

• Sandstone

• Marble

• Limestone

What is the role of Alex in the stone carving process?

• Teaching students to carve

• Finding fracture lines in stones

• Designing the castle layout

• Supervising the blacksmiths

What is the primary function of the blacksmiths at Guédelon?

• Managing the construction timeline

• Designing the castle interiors

• Repairing tools for construction

• Building the castle walls

What is a significant architectural feature of the Lord's chamber?

• A wooden ceiling

• A large fireplace

• A glass window

• A stone vault

What technological advancement is highlighted in the castle's construction?

• Use of steel beams

• Medieval fireproofing

• Electric lighting

• Central heating

What skill is emphasized as essential for medieval construction?

• Modern engineering

• Artistic painting

• Advanced mathematics

• Precise stone carving

What aspect of the project impressed the students the most?

• The size of the castle

• The speed of construction

• The collaboration of different trades

• The use of modern technology