What characterized the narratives on the windows along the aisles and chapels at Chartres Cathedral?
A) boldly colored, iconic figures easily seen from a distance
B) complex learned allegories on sin and salvation
C) simplified stories intended for an illiterate audience
D) stocky, folksy figures

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The narratives on the windows at Chartres Cathedral are characterized by complex learned allegories on sin and salvation. They were intended to convey religious teachings to a largely illiterate audience through symbolic imagery, making them highly detailed and intricate.

What Characterized the Narratives on the Windows Along the Aisles