Exploring the Historical Monastery in Lorch

What remains of the wealthy monastery in Lorch?

• A fully intact church

• Only the gatehouse

• A lovely lawn and a church footprint

• A complete set of buildings

Who was crowned emperor by the pope in 800?

• Charlemagne

• St. Ambrose

• Charles Martell

• Pippen

What architectural style does the building in Lorch resemble?

• Medieval castle

• Byzantine basilica

• Roman triumphal arch

• Gothic cathedral

What is unique about the building's decoration?

• Its wooden carvings

• Its sandstone patterns

• Its use of gold

• Its large size

What was the original use of the building in Lorch?

• A mystery

• A church

• A library

• A gatehouse

What was depicted in the original paintings inside the building?

• Scenes from the Bible

• An illusionistic open-air space

• Portraits of saints

• Landscapes of Lorch

How was the building transformed when it was used as a church?

• The windows were enlarged

• The walls were demolished

• The lower arches were filled in

• The roof was removed

What is depicted on the end walls of the church?

• The history of Lorch

• Battles of Charlemagne

• The coronation of Mary and scenes of Christ

• Scenes of daily life

What is the current status of the site in Lorch?

• A modern museum

• A private property

• An abandoned ruin

• A UNESCO World Heritage site

What historical figure is associated with the Carolingian Empire?

• Julius Caesar

• Charlemagne

• Alexander the Great

• Napoleon Bonaparte