Engineering and Empire: France

Engineering and Empire: France

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Architecture, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

FREE Resource

The video explores France's historical engineering marvels, from the Gothic architecture of Notre Dame to the grandeur of Versailles under Louis XIV. It highlights the innovative Canal du Midi by Pierre-Paul Riquet and Napoleon's military prowess, culminating in the Arc de Triomphe. The Eiffel Tower's construction marks a pinnacle of French engineering, symbolizing progress and modernity.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What architectural style is Notre Dame known for?

Baroque

Gothic

Renaissance

Romanesque

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary purpose of the flying buttress in Gothic architecture?

To enhance aesthetic appeal

To improve acoustics

To support heavy roofs and walls

To provide additional seating

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which king moved the seat of government to Versailles?

Louis XVI

Louis XV

Louis XIV

Louis XIII

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Marley machine designed to do?

Generate electricity

Defend against invaders

Transport goods across France

Pump water to Versailles fountains

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Pierre-Paul Riquet's major engineering project?

The Canal du Midi

The Palace of Versailles

The Arc de Triomphe

The Eiffel Tower

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant challenge faced by Riquet in building the Canal du Midi?

Political opposition

Water supply management

Insufficient funding

Lack of labor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Napoleon Bonaparte's ultimate goal for his empire?

To promote democracy

To expand trade routes

To create an empire like Rome

To establish a republic

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