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Many people assume that tall buildings are a modern invention, but some medieval Italian towns had dozens of stone towers more than fifty metres high. They were built by wealthy families, partly for defence during frequent local conflicts and partly as displays of status: a taller tower signalled a more powerful family. When city governments grew stronger, many towers were deliberately shortened.

Why were many towers shortened?

City authorities were limiting the power of individual families.They had become unsafe because the old stone was crumbling.Families could no longer afford the cost of maintaining them.They were no longer needed for defence once the conflicts ended.

Reading: Multiple Choice, Single Answer, Set 1

5 questions on one clock of 7 minutes, as the part runs on the real test. Scored the moment you finish, with the answer and why for every question.

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