Grades K-3
1. The Sistine Chapel is located outside of Rome.
2. The Sistine Chapel is not very large in comparison to some other tremendously large churches in the world.
3. The ceiling would be the most difficult part to paint.
4. It took four years (1508-12).
5. It took six years (1535-41).
1. Michelangelo is known for his paintings in the Chapel.
2. The dimensions of the Sistine Chapel are the exact size of the Temple of Solomon, as given in the Old Testament.
3. They are a reminder of the Christian beliefs as depicted in the Bible.
4. Answers will vary.
5. The Renaissance.
1. The two Popes who commissioned Michelangelo are Pope Julius II and Pope Paul III
2. He must have died, and another Pope was elected.
3. It is used as the official Chapel of the Pope. Many ceremonies are held there, and the College of Cardinals meets to elect the next Pope.
4. Answers will vary.
5. Answers will vary. Much of the work done was restorative, meaning dirt was cleaned away to restore its brilliance. Special artists were chosen to carefully preserve the original work of Michelangelo and other artists.