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The Gothic revival and the Houses of Parliament

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During the 19th century, the medieval Gothic style of architecture, with its pointed arches and towers, became fashionable once more. This return to an older style is known as the Gothic revival. As towns and cities grew quickly during this period, many large new public buildings were put up in this style.

Famous examples of the Gothic revival include the Houses of Parliament in London, which were rebuilt in this style, and St Pancras Station, also in London. Grand town halls in cities such as Manchester and Sheffield were built in the same way. So for this topic, remember that the Houses of Parliament and St Pancras Station are examples of the 19th-century Gothic revival.

Memory tip: Gothic revival (19th c.): Houses of Parliament and St Pancras Station.

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The Houses of Parliament were rebuilt in the 19th century in which revived style?

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  1. 1. The Houses of Parliament were rebuilt in the 19th century in which revived style?

    • Classical
    • Gothic
    • Norman
    • Art Deco

    Correct answer: Gothic

    The Houses of Parliament were built in the revived medieval Gothic style.

  2. 2. St Pancras Station was built in the 19th century Gothic revival style.

    • True
    • False

    Correct answer: True

    True. St Pancras Station is an example of the 19th century Gothic revival.

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