Florence Cathedral (Florence, Italy — 1436) — Questions and answers

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What did young Brunelleschi see at the edge of the Carnival Meteor?

Choices

  1. A juggler throwing apples.
  2. A merchant selling books and scrolls. ✓
  3. A magician pulling a rabbit from a hat.
  4. A painter drawing pictures.

Answer: A merchant selling books and scrolls.

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Where did Brunelleschi travel with his friend Donatello to study ancient buildings?

Choices

  1. To the moon.
  2. To a big forest.
  3. To Rome. ✓
  4. To the beach.

Answer: To Rome.

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What competition did Brunelleschi enter upon returning to Florence?

Choices

  1. A baking contest.
  2. A race against other architects.
  3. To design the dome for the Florence Cathedral. ✓
  4. A drawing competition.

Answer: To design the dome for the Florence Cathedral.

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