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EY67

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on: Jun 23, 2018
The Taj Mahal was built by the 17th-century Moslem emperor for what purpose?
 
  A. As a mosque
  B. As a monument
  C. As a tomb for his relatives
  D. As a tomb for his wife
  E. As a home

Question 2

A flying buttress is an arched exterior support system found on:
 
  A. a mosque.
  B. a Roman bridge.
  C. a geodesic dome.
  D. a Gothic cathedral.
  E. a fountain.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D
It was built for his beloved wife, Arjummand Banu.

Answer to Question 2

D
Because of the numerous windows in cathedrals that could weaken the walls, Gothic builders reinforced their walls from the outside using flying buttresses.


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