In a cross-shaped church plan, which feature forms the transverse arms of the cross?

In a cross-shaped church plan, which feature forms the transverse arms of the cross?

• A. Transept
• B. Nave
• C. Aisle
• D. Choir

Answer: (A)

In a cross-shaped church plan, the horizontal extensions that form the arms of the cross are the transepts. They project to the left and right of the main body and cross the nave at right angles, creating the familiar cruciform silhouette. The nave runs along the long central axis, making up the vertical part of the cross, while the choir sits near the apse end and the aisles are side passages that run along the sides, not forming the cross arms.

In a cross-shaped church plan, the horizontal extensions that form the arms of the cross are the transepts. They project to the left and right of the main body and cross the nave at right angles, creating the familiar cruciform silhouette. The nave runs along the long central axis, making up the vertical part of the cross, while the choir sits near the apse end and the aisles are side passages that run along the sides, not forming the cross arms.