Gothic Cathedral 1
Façade Exterior front wall of building 2
Bell Tower Top structure that holds & protects bells 3
Gargoyle Stone spout projecting from rain gutter carved in shape of a beast 4
Gothic Arch pointed arches able to carry more weight & therefore, support thinner walls & columns created taller ceilings 5
Vault Arched, curved, ribbed ceiling supported by buttresses 6
Flying Buttress Exterior column supports entire weight of vaulted ceiling 7
Nave main or central section where people gather 8
Altar Long, narrow table for remembering Jesus’ last supper & sacrifice 9
Crucifix A cross with Christ’s body attached 10
Cathedra Seat or throne of the bishop 11
Pulpit Place where someone speaks to the people 12
Sculpture Carved figures or designs used for decoration & instruction 13
Stained Glass Windows made of pieces of colored glass used for decoration & instruction 14
Tapestry heavy cloth woven with colorful scenes used for decoration & instruction 15