Versailles' Hall of Mirrors renovated

The Hall of Mirrors at Versailles has undergone a €12 million renovation, restoring its original splendor. The project, funded by a private French group, removed centuries of grime and restored paintings to their original colors. Craftsmen used traditional techniques and materials, such as rabbit skin and clay, to maintain historical accuracy. The hall, once a festive place for royalty, now offers visitors a glimpse into its grand past. The renovation is part of a larger project expected to continue until 2020.

What was the main goal of the recent renovation of the Hall of Mirrors?

• To modernize the room with new technology

• To restore it to its original appearance from over three centuries ago

• To change the layout of the room

• To add more mirrors to the hall

Which materials were used by craftsmen to restore the Hall of Mirrors?

• Metal alloys and glass

• Synthetic polymers and acrylics

• Plastic and synthetic fibers

• Rabbit skin, white chalk powder, and clay

What historical figures are associated with the Hall of Mirrors?

• Napoleon Bonaparte and Josephine

• King Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette

• Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn

• Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

How many visitors does the Hall of Mirrors attract daily?

• 20,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

• 5,000

What is the expected completion year for the larger renovation project of the palace?

• 2025

• 2030

• 2020

• 2018