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Who built Hardwick Hall?
Bess of Hardwick
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What period was Hardwick Hall built in?
Between
1590
and
1596
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How did the function of Elizabethan houses differ from medieval houses?
They demonstrated
wealth
and power, not defense
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What was a key change in the design of Elizabethan houses?
They became more open and
symmetrical
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What shape were many Elizabethan houses built in to honor Elizabeth I?
E-shape
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Who was Robert Smithson?
The architect of
Hardwick Hall
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What social class did Bess of Hardwick belong to?
Lower gentry
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How many husbands did Bess of Hardwick have?
Four
husbands
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What was a significant outcome of Bess's marriages?
She increased her
social standing
and
wealth
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What estate did Bess inherit from her second husband?
Chatsworth
estate
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What was the relationship between Bess and Queen Elizabeth I?
They had a strong friendship
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What was a major conflict in Bess's marriage to George Talbot?
Disagreements over remodeling
Chatsworth House
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When did Bess of Hardwick move into Hardwick Hall?
October 4
,
1597
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What was Bess's status at the time of her death?
One of the richest women in
England
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What architectural style influenced Hardwick Hall's design?
Italian Renaissance
styles
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What was the purpose of the long gallery in Hardwick Hall?
To display
family
portraits and tapestries
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How many rooms did Hardwick Hall have?
46
rooms
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What was the significance of the glass used in Hardwick Hall?
It symbolized
wealth
and status
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How did Bess's wealth influence the construction of Hardwick Hall?
Allowed for the
latest
designs and technology
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What was the purpose of the logia in Hardwick Hall?
To allow exercise and view the
landscape
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What was a unique feature of Hardwick Hall's design?
More
glass
than
wall
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How did the design of Hardwick Hall reflect the social hierarchy?
Rooms were arranged by social
status
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What was the role of craftsmen in the construction of Hardwick Hall?
They showcased the
latest
fashions and technology
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Who completed much of the masonry work at Hardwick Hall?
John
and
Christopher
RHS
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What was the significance of the bay windows in Hardwick Hall?
They allowed for
private
conversations
and
views
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How did the extensive use of glass in Hardwick Hall impact its design?
It
created a
bright
and
pleasant
atmosphere
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What was the purpose of the chimneys in Hardwick Hall?
To provide warmth without obstructing
views
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What did Bess's initials signify on Hardwick Hall?
Her
ownership
and
legacy
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How did the design of Hardwick Hall reflect Renaissance influences?
Through
symmetry
,
balance
, and classical elements
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What was the significance of the loggia in the context of Renaissance architecture?
It
allowed
for
exercise
and
landscape
viewing
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What was a key feature of the Great Hall in Hardwick Hall?
It was used for
social
gatherings
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How did the design of Hardwick Hall reflect the wealth of its owner?
It showcased the
latest
architectural styles
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What does the arrangement of rooms in Hardwick Hall indicate about social hierarchy?
Higher
status individuals had
better
rooms
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What was the role of the long gallery in Hardwick Hall?
To display art and family history
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What was the primary purpose of Hardwick Hall?
To showcase
Bess's
wealth and status
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How did the construction of Hardwick Hall reflect the changes in society during the Elizabethan era?
It
emphasized wealth
and
individual status
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What was the impact of the building boom during the English Renaissance on Hardwick Hall?
It allowed
Bess
to showcase her entrepreneurial skills
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What was a notable feature of the windows in Hardwick Hall?
They were designed to
maximize
light
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How did Bess's business ventures contribute to Hardwick Hall's construction?
They
provided
materials
and
resources
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What does the extensive use of glass in Hardwick Hall symbolize?
Wealth and
modernity
of the era
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