The Sainte-Chapelle exemplifies the refinement of Gothic architecture in the thirteenth century because of its __________.
A)elaborate and diverse portal sculptures
B)creative use of Purbeck marble columns
C)tall and attenuated nave elevation
D)expansive walls of stained glass

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The Sainte-Chapelle is renowned for its extensive stained glass windows that cover its walls, making it a prime example of how Gothic architecture refined the use of such stained glass windows to create an illuminated and spiritual atmosphere inside the church. The answer choices A, B, and C are not accurate descriptions of what makes the Sainte-Chapelle exemplary of Gothic architecture in the thirteenth century.

The Sainte-Chapelle Exemplifies the Refinement of Gothic Architecture in the Thirteenth