What Purpose Is Served by the Carved Figures That Adorn

question 20

Multiple Choice

What purpose is served by the carved figures that adorn the entryways at Chartres Cathedral?

• A) They serve as reminders that one is entering a sacred space.
• B) They are structural, holding up the archways above the doors.
• C) They form a narrative, telling the story of Sainte Foy.
• D) They are purely decorative, serving no real purpose.
• E) They form a narrative but are purely decorative.

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Definitions:

Attachment Figure

An individual who provides comfort, safety, and security for a child, often a parent or primary caregiver.

Hostile Upon Reunion

A term often used in psychology to describe the behavior of a child who reacts with anger or resistance when reunited with a caregiver after a separation.

Securely Attached

A category of attachment where individuals feel confident and trust that their relationship partners will provide support when needed.

Insecurely Attached

Describes a type of attachment style observed in some children, characterized by anxiety and uncertainty in relationships due to inconsistent caregiver responsiveness.