Washington National Cathedral

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Washington National Cathedral built?Chartered January 6, 1893; construction began September 29, 1907
2. How tall is Washington National Cathedral?Third-tallest building in Washington, D.C
3. What is the construction duration?83 years (1907-1990)
4. What is the architectural style?Neo-Gothic, modeled on late 14th-century English Gothic
5. How long did it take to build the Washington National Cathedral?Building the cathedral took 83 years. Work started in 1893 and finished in 1990. The long time let builders add new art and craft while keeping the same style.
6. Who helped start building the cathedral?Congress gave a charter in 1893 to start the project. President Theodore Roosevelt laid the first stone in 1907. The first seven bishops of Washington also helped plan and build it.

Neo-Gothic Architecture: A revival architectural style characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses, inspired by medieval Gothic structures.
Episcopal Diocese: A geographical administrative region within the Episcopal Church, led by a bishop.
Congressional Charter: A legislative act passed by the U.S. Congress establishing a corporation or organization with specific rights and responsibilities.
Cathedral Close: The grounds or precinct surrounding a cathedral, often containing associated buildings and institutions.