Question 7.

Which one of the following statements does not correctly express the similarity between the Ise Grand Shrine and the cathedral of Freiburg Minster?

A
Both were built as places of worship.
B
Both can be regarded as very old structures.
C
Both are continually undergoing restoration.
D
Both will one day be completely rebuilt.

Question Explanation

Text Explanation

{The Ise Grand Shrine [in Japan] is 1,300 years old for the millions of Japanese people who go there on pilgrimage every year. But in reality this temple complex is completely rebuilt from scratch every 20 years. . . .}

While we know that the cathedral of Freiburg Minster is continually undergoing restoration, the same cannot be said about Ise Grand Shrine - we are told that it is rebuilt periodically, but there is no information not substantiate that it is being continually restored [at least in the same sense as that conveyed in the passage]. The idea of restoration is based on how these monuments are being rebuilt.  

Hence, Option C is the correct choice. 

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