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What is the primary function of a flying buttress in Gothic architecture?

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What is the primary function of a flying buttress in Gothic architecture?

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To support and transfer lateral thrust from vaulted ceilings to external supports
To provide decorative tracery around stained glass
To carry vertical loads of columns directly to the foundation
To form enclosed ambulatory spaces behind the altar

Correct answer: To support and transfer lateral thrust from vaulted ceilings to external supports

Explanation: A flying buttress transfers lateral thrust from high vaults to external piers, enabling taller walls and larger windows; notable examples appear on Notre-Dame de Paris, constructed across the 12th–14th centuries.

Created 2026-03-10T17:19:11.357Z. Updated 2026-03-10T17:19:11.357Z.