In the work shown, the subject matter visually contributes to the story by __________.

identifying the hero through his luxurious, kingly garb

The purpose of the accompanying commentary text was to:

interpret the Bible & draw parallels to contemporary events

In Christian iconography, the "Throne of Wisdom" is an image of Mary

both seated on a throne & acting as a throne for Christ.

The Lindisfarne Gospels shows its classical influence through:

the calligraphy written in Latin script

In "Notre Dame de la belle verriere," at Chartres, Jesus is holding a book displaying the quote

"Every valley shall be exalted," Isaiah.

The "good shepherd" fresco in the Catacomb of Priscilla is an example of a syncretic image b/c

it assimilates and repurposes pagan imagery.

This Gothic tympanum differs from earlier Romanesque tympana in its

elongated forms and tranquil depiction.

The manuscript page depicted was a part of a book used ___________.

to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Passover

In the folio page shown, the deliberate geometric layout of the stylized calligraphic text conveys _______________.

the importance of the spiritual message being communicated

The style of the relief sculpture in the tympanum is best demonstrated as Romanesque through the _____________

heavily stylized figures depicted frontally or in composite poses

The complex designs that make up this work reflect its function as a _________.

divider intended to mark the transition between sections of a book

This work demonstrates the influence of earlier northern European artistic traditions through ____________.

the interlacing of stylized animal forms to create dense patterns

The artist of this miniature painting deliberately portrayed his patron _________.

as a powerful ruler with a spiritual bent

The tympanum relief at Sainte-Foy uses contrasting iconography within a symmetrical composition to display _________.

the consequences of good and evil

Although the second commandment in Judaism forbids the use of "graven images," haggadot were exempt because ________.

they were seen as educational rather than religious

Choose the correct statement below.

The pointed arches & ribbed vaults are notably Gothic.

The artist's use of intricacy, fanciful figures, and lavish color had the effect of _____________.

encouraging viewers to take their time exploring the details of the work

In Great Il-Khanid Shahnama folios, techniques and motifs borrowed from traditional Chinese sources were incorporated to

create a new style of manuscript drawing on various artistic traditions

The "orant fresco" from the Catacomb of Priscilla is an example of

both an narrative and iconic image.

The Catacomb of Priscilla was designed by its original founders to provide a _______________.

burial place for members of the early Christian community

The red, green and gold marks placed close to the brown calligraphic script are an innovation included to: _________.

assist with the readability and oral recitation of this important text

Byzantine art differs from Roman art primarily in that it

is interested in depicting the intangible and spiritual.

In 313 CE the Edict of Milan proclaimed

religious tolerance for Christianity w/in the Roman empire.

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1
The small size, zoomorphic elements, and cloisonné technique are common in which tradition?
Byzantine
Roman
Celtic
Greek
2
Constantinople was founded in
131 CE
324 CE
787 CE
1453 CE
3
"Speaking" sculptures of the Last Judgment were often found on the ____ of Romanesque churches.
voussoir/s
jambs
archivolt/s
tympanum/tympana
4
What is the most accurate title of this work?
The Bayeux Tympanum
The Bayeux Carpet
The Bayeux Embroidery
The Bayeux Tapestry
5
In the work shown, the subject matter visually contributes to the story by __________.
identifying the hero through his luxurious, kingly garb
drawing the viewer's eye to the background details
directing the gaze of the king towards the viewer
using scale to convey the Karg's intimidating cruelty
6
The distortions and anguish seen in the sculpture are intended to inspire _________.
humanistic ideals
civic pride
iconoclastic action
personal piety
7
The source of the images in this manuscript is:
Ecclesiastes
The Book of Exodus
Revelations
The Book of Genesis
8
The purpose of the accompanying commentary text was to:
interpret the Bible & draw parallels to contemporary events
interpret & critique the Bible
praise & celebrate important patrons, such as King Louis IX
praise & celebrate the Gospel writers
9
Which of the four evangelists is depicted in this close-up from the Great Portal at Chartres?
Mark
John
Luke
Matthew
10
In Christian iconography, the "Throne of Wisdom" is an image of Mary
both seated on a throne & acting as a throne for Christ.
enthroned in majesty in heaven.
seated on a throne & flanked by Saints Theodore & George.
seated on the Throne of Solomon, surrounded by angels.
11
Which of the four evangelists is depicted in this close-up from the Great Portal at Chartres?
Matthew
Mark
John
Luke
12
The purpose of this object was to
All of the above
house the relics of a saint.
inspire faith in Medieval Christians.
bring prestige to the community.
13
The Lindisfarne Gospels shows its classical influence through:
the figures shown in contrapposto
the calligraphy written in Latin script
the animals depicted in the margins
the interlace patterns with interweaving forms
14
In "Notre Dame de la belle verriere," at Chartres, Jesus is holding a book displaying the quote
"Taste and see that the Lord is good," Psalm 34.
"I am your God; I will strengthen you," Isaiah.
"Every valley shall be exalted," Isaiah.
"For I know the plans I have for you," Jeremiah.
15
The "good shepherd" fresco in the Catacomb of Priscilla is an example of a syncretic image b/c
it assimilates and repurposes pagan imagery.
it provides a general summary of a key idea.
it directly relates to the use of language.
it reflects an essential truth based on direct experience.
16
This Gothic tympanum differs from earlier Romanesque tympana in its
placement above the west portal of the church.
use of the mandorla, or almond-shaped body halo.
elongated forms and tranquil depiction.
depiction of Christ enthroned in majesty at the end of time.
17
The church of Santa Sabina in Rome is an example of a
pilgrimage plan church
cruciform plan church
basilican plan church
central plan church
18
The manuscript page depicted was a part of a book used ___________.
to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Passover
to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Yom Kippur
to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah
to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Hannukah
19
An important structural innovation of the building is the use of ___________.
concrete construction
corbelled galleries
groin vaults
pendentives
20
The "Theodora mosaic" in the church of San Vitale is remarkable because the image is
both flattened and three-dimensional.
both abstract and representational.
neither of the above
all of the above
21
In the folio page shown, the deliberate geometric layout of the stylized calligraphic text conveys _______________.
a preference for clarity of content over design
the innovative and unique approach of the artist
the importance of the spiritual message being communicated
the limitations of carefully planned design methods
22
Which element/s indicate that this manuscript was made for a royal patron?
Neither of the above
The purple parchment and silver ink.
The material, vellum.
Both of the above
23
The style of the relief sculpture in the tympanum is best demonstrated as Romanesque through the _____________
figures arranged in a compact composition with emphasis on linear patterns
heavily stylized figures depicted frontally or in composite poses
dynamic motion suggested by elongated figures with graceful gestures
representation of figures using realistic scale or classical proportions
24
The complex designs that make up this work reflect its function as a _________.
status symbol representing the wealth and high social status of its owner
instructional tool used to illustrate the content of sacred stories
sacred icon used in private worship by early Christians
divider intended to mark the transition between sections of a book
25
This is likely the plan of a Romanesque pilgrimage church because
there is an ambulatory in the apse around the sanctuary.
you can enter/exit from both the portal and the transept.
All of the above.
there are a number of radiating chapels off the apse.
26
This work demonstrates the influence of earlier northern European artistic traditions through ____________.
the avoidance of figural imagery in favor of purely abstract shapes
the division of the page into four registers
the interlacing of stylized animal forms to create dense patterns
the use of filigree to create complex ornamental designs
27
The artist of this miniature painting deliberately portrayed his patron _________.
as a leader whose time is running out
as a powerful ruler with a spiritual bent
in need of spiritual education, accepting a book from a Sufi Shaikh
as a secular ruler far superior to Sufi religious leaders
28
The subject matter of this work is similar to the subject matter of:
scenes from the Vienna Genesis.
the Niobides Krater.
the Column of Trajan.
the Temple of Zeus and Athena at Pergamon.
29
The tympanum relief at Sainte-Foy uses contrasting iconography within a symmetrical composition to display _________.
the consequences of good and evil
beliefs held in two religious doctrines
the events of the past and the future
sacred power and secular authority
30
Although the second commandment in Judaism forbids the use of "graven images," haggadot were exempt because ________.
they incorporated Christian, Jewish, and Islamic iconography
they were produced in a Gothic style popular in Christian manuscripts
they were used as recipe books and required illustrations
they were seen as educational rather than religious
31
Choose the correct statement below.
The vault is supported by a series of heavy columns.
The pointed arches & ribbed vaults are notably Gothic.
The heavy stone vaulting is characteristically Romanesque.
The lack of a clerestory level makes the interior very dark.
32
The artist's use of intricacy, fanciful figures, and lavish color had the effect of _____________.
influencing courtiers to respect their ruler as a descendant of Gayumars
countering opinions that Persian artistic traditions were outmoded
communicating the similarities between Persian history and court life
encouraging viewers to take their time exploring the details of the work
33
In Great Il-Khanid Shahnama folios, techniques and motifs borrowed from traditional Chinese sources were incorporated to
create a new style of manuscript drawing on various artistic traditions
create a sense of harmony believed to exist between humankind and landscape
create a version of the ukiyo-e style dominating popular art at the time
create a link between the new Mongol dynasty and Persia's enduring culture
34
The "orant fresco" from the Catacomb of Priscilla is an example of
a narrative image.
both an narrative and iconic image.
an iconic image.
neither a narrative nor an iconic image
35
The Catacomb of Priscilla was designed by its original founders to provide a _______________.
burial place for members of the early Christian community
secret location to baptize early Christian converts
refuge for early Christian families at times of religious persecution
place of worship for large congregations of early Christians
36
In this image of the interior of Santa Sabina, the ________ are clearly visible.
nave, side aisles, and apse
transept, clerestory, and narthex
side aisles, narthex, and ambulatory
side aisles, apse, and crossing square
37
The red, green and gold marks placed close to the brown calligraphic script are an innovation included to: _________.
serve as design elements that contrast with the lines of the letters
indicate ownership as the Qur'an was passed down through generations
indicate the patron's wealth through the use of rare dyes
assist with the readability and oral recitation of this important text
38
Byzantine art differs from Roman art primarily in that it
idealizes the human form.
celebrates God/gods rather than humans.
relies on mosaics.
is interested in depicting the intangible and spiritual.
39
In 313 CE the Edict of Milan proclaimed
no one could receive, defend, or favor Martin Luther.
rights for the Calvinist Protestants of France.
accordance w/ the faith of the bishops of Rome & Alexandria.
religious tolerance for Christianity w/in the Roman empire.
40
The Gothic style developed in the Ile-de-France in the
mid-10th century CE.
mid-11th century CE.
mid-12th century CE.
mid-13th century CE.
41
Which of the four evangelists is depicted in this close-up from the Great Portal at Chartres?
John
Luke
Mark
Matthew
42
All of the following features are typically found in an Early Christian basilica EXCEPT a ____________.
large clerestory
longitudinal nave
wooden roof
groin vault
43
The kufic script used in Islamic calligraphy is read in the same way as which of the following?
The Bayeux Tapestry
The Vienna Genesis
The Golden Haggadah
The Lindisfarne Gospels
44
Which of the four evangelists is depicted in this close-up from the Great Portal at Chartres?
John
Mark
Matthew
Luke

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