The decorative patterning shown reflects the influence of Islam on Persian artistic tradition by

excluding figural representations of animals or humans

The work, which was created in medieval Islamic Spain, demonstrates the influence of

vory carving traditions that existed throughout the Mediterranean

In her Women of Allah series, Shirin Neshat is creating a discourse on

the prejudiced views of Muslim women in the Western world.

The Alhambra is covered in floral patterns, geometric designs, and flowing Arabic calligraphy. Why?

Islam stays away from figural human and animal forms in art.

The dry garden at Ryoan-ji demonstrates continuity with the Zen Buddhist practice of

meditating to reach enlightenment

Here, additional red, green, and gold marks that were placed close to the brown calligraphic script to

visually assist with the readability and oral recitatio

The carved floral imagery on the exterior of the structure has been linked to which of the following religious concepts?

The beauty and luxury of paradise

The Golden Haggadah is a text used for all but:

preaching the gospel in a synagogue

Here, use of intricacy, fanciful figures, and lavish color had the effect of...

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

Who is this, and what is the book called?

Bahram Gur, The Great Il-Khanid Shahnama

The practice of circumambulating Hindu temples such as the Lakshmana Temple was intended to enable devotees to

meditate on Hindu principles as they approached the inner sanctuary

What is Shiva saying with their upper right hand mudra?

reassurance blessing, do not fear.

All of the following are true of the Mosque of Selim II EXCEPT:

It is located in Istanbul, Turkey

Which of the following is generally accepted as the reason why the Dome of the Rock was centered around the rock?

To highlight the place from which Muhammad began his night journey

The traditional abhaya mudra displayed by Shiva in the Chola bronze Shiva as Lord of Dance (Nataraja) is used to

tell the viewer to not be afraid while in the presence of the god

When Jowo Rinpoche isn't clothed for ceremony, he is seen sitting cross-legged, with his right hand indicating

the moment of his enlightenment

How did Emperor Shomu promote Buddhism?

He fused Buddhist doctrine and political policy.

Despite Buddhism’s pacifist tradition, the Longmen caves include guardian statues to

protect Buddhist values and beliefs

What statement about the Great Stupa at Sanchi is false?

There are 3 toranas that tell the tales of Shiva’s life.

The Great Mosque of Djenné is situated next to a marketplace for which of the following reasons?

To emphasize its role as an epicenter of religious and cultural life

What characteristic reflects the influence of other artistic traditions fostered by Bamiyan’s location on the Silk Road?

draping folds of the robes, influenced by Hellenistic Greek style

What type of tree is present in the courtyard of the Great Mosque at Cordoba, and why were they planted there?

Orange trees that evoke the gardens of the old Umayyad capital, Damascus.

In her work Pure Land, Mariko Mori breaks with art tradition and reflects the evolution of what is defined as art by

incorporating imagery from popular culture

The temple at Angkor Wat was originally designed as a

manifestation of the connection between the king and divine power

The form of Borobudur Temple creates an opportunity for the faithful to

walk on an upward path toward enlightenment

The Crossing, expands the viewer’s temporal, psychological, and spiritual experience through his signature use of

high-speed film, capturing detail beyond normal range of human perception

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1
The decorative patterning shown reflects the influence of Islam on Persian artistic tradition by
dividing motifs evenly into four horizontal design registers
including embroidery that features gold-wrapped threads
excluding figural representations of animals or humans
incorporating calligraphic passages from the Qur’an
2
The work, which was created in medieval Islamic Spain, demonstrates the influence of
Asian lacquerware techniques that were brought along the Silk Road
intricate animal styles found in early medieval metalwork
aniconic representational styles that originated in Arabia
vory carving traditions that existed throughout the Mediterranean
3
In her Women of Allah series, Shirin Neshat is creating a discourse on
the prejudiced views of Muslim women in the Western world.
women’s lack of freedom in Iran.
the oppressive attire Muslim women are forced to wear.
writing over a photograph as a sign of disrespect.
4
The Alhambra is covered in floral patterns, geometric designs, and flowing Arabic calligraphy. Why?
The repetitive geometric and flowing patterns to aid in meditation.
The Nasrid Dynasty was interested in geometry.
Islam stays away from figural human and animal forms in art.
Human and animal depictions were too difficult to create.
5
The dry garden at Ryoan-ji demonstrates continuity with the Zen Buddhist practice of
commemorating ancestral death
enforcing order to keep society safe
meditating to reach enlightenment
increasing status by accumulating wealth
6
Here, additional red, green, and gold marks that were placed close to the brown calligraphic script to
show the patron’s wealth through the use of expensive and rare colored dyes
ndicate ownership of the document
visually assist with the readability and oral recitatio
serve as design elements
7
These figures with outstretched arms probably represented...
martyrs who died by crucifixion
angels guarding the chapel
believers in the act of prayer
apostles preaching the Gospel
8
The carved floral imagery on the exterior of the structure has been linked to which of the following religious concepts?
The five pillars of Islam
The beauty and luxury of paradise
The rebirth of the soul through reincarnation
The Four Noble Truths
9
Which of the following features of this mosque are common to Iranian architecture?
Pediments
Stained glass
Iwans
Multilobed arches
10
The Golden Haggadah is a text used for all but:
celebrating the freedom of the Jewish people
preaching the gospel in a synagogue
secular use for a Passover seder
teaching about the plagues of Egypt
11
The central space in Santa Sabina is called _____ and is flanked by two _____.
apse, aisles
nave, aisles
transept, clerestory
transept, clerestory
12
The mihrab is for a spiritual leader to stand in and address the congregation.
False
True
13
Here, use of intricacy, fanciful figures, and lavish color had the effect of...
influencing courtiers to respect their ruler as a descendant of Gayumars
showing the similarities between Persian history and the life of the court
counteracting the opinions that Persian artistic traditions were outmoded
encouraging viewers to take their time in exploring the details of the work
14
Who is this, and what is the book called?
Yazdigird, The Shahnameh: The Persian Book of Kings
Gayumars, The Shahnama of Shah Tahmasp
Ferdowsi, The Shahnameh or Shahnama
Bahram Gur, The Great Il-Khanid Shahnama
15
The practice of circumambulating Hindu temples such as the Lakshmana Temple was intended to enable devotees to
find others who worshipped Vishnu, the primary deity of the temple
meditate on Hindu principles as they approached the inner sanctuary
locate sculptures of the particular deity whose protection they desired
visualize the history of the spread of Hinduism throughout the region
16
What is Shiva saying with their upper right hand mudra?
this dwarf is bony.
reassurance blessing, do not fear.
dancing in a ring of fire is hot!
I'm having an extrememly good hair day.
17
All of the following are true of the Mosque of Selim II EXCEPT:
It was built to surpass Hagia Sophia’s greatness
It was built by the Sultan Selim II
It was designed and executed by Ottoman architect Mirmar Sinan
It is located in Istanbul, Turkey
18
What culture can this work be attributed to?
Safavid Persia
Kamakura Japan
Mughal India
Arab North Africa
19
Which of the following is generally accepted as the reason why the Dome of the Rock was centered around the rock?
To convey the meaning that Muhammad’s teachings are the “rock” of belief.
To highlight the place from which Muhammad began his night journey
To acknowledge the importance of the rock in multiple religions
To remind worshipers to strive for humility and simplicity, like a rock.
20
The traditional abhaya mudra displayed by Shiva in the Chola bronze Shiva as Lord of Dance (Nataraja) is used to
denote intense meditation
symbolize the soul's division into different parts
highlight the god's role in aiding worshippers to eradicate ignorance
tell the viewer to not be afraid while in the presence of the god
21
The combination of vegetal and figural forms in this work reflects the distinction drawn in medieval Islamic cultu
oral and written history
religious and secular law
people of different social classes
luxury and everyday contexts
22
In its pilgrimage function and in the way visitors are intended to interact with the site, the Kaaba is most similar to
the Catacomb of Priscilla in Rome
the Parthenon on the Acropolis of Athens
the Great Stupa at Sanchi
Chartres Cathedral in Chartres, France
23
When Jowo Rinpoche isn't clothed for ceremony, he is seen sitting cross-legged, with his right hand indicating
the moment of his physical death
the delivery of his first sermon
his rule over the universe
the moment of his enlightenment
24
How did Emperor Shomu promote Buddhism?
He refused to build any new temples.
He allowed any type of religion under the law.
He fused Buddhist doctrine and political policy.
He wanted to move the capital from Nara.
25
Despite Buddhism’s pacifist tradition, the Longmen caves include guardian statues to
ensure the dominance of Buddhism
protect Buddhist values and beliefs
deter the laity from entering the temple
commemorate important military victories
26
What statement about the Great Stupa at Sanchi is false?
The toranas depict stories from the Jataka Tales.
The Great Stupa serves as a reliquary to hold Buddha's cremated remains.
The ritual of circumambulation represents the journey to enlightenment.
There are 3 toranas that tell the tales of Shiva’s life.
27
The Great Mosque of Djenné is situated next to a marketplace for which of the following reasons?
To support the mosque through commercial industry
To reference ancient Roman complexes such as the Forum of Trajan
To emphasize its role as an epicenter of religious and cultural life
To reinforce colonial French authority over Malian culture
28
What characteristic reflects the influence of other artistic traditions fostered by Bamiyan’s location on the Silk Road?
Garments that are belted, influenced by the style of Old Kingdom Egypt
Robes that are painted in colors influenced by Early Christian style
draping folds of the robes, influenced by Hellenistic Greek style
Columnar folds of the robes influenced by Early Gothic sty
29
What type of tree is present in the courtyard of the Great Mosque at Cordoba, and why were they planted there?
Palm trees to create a grand colonnade.
Olive trees to make olive oil.
Apple trees because it was the favorite fruit of the Umayyad ruler.
Orange trees that evoke the gardens of the old Umayyad capital, Damascus.
30
In her work Pure Land, Mariko Mori breaks with art tradition and reflects the evolution of what is defined as art by
placing the image between layers of glass
incorporating imagery from popular culture
including well-understood religious symbols
depicting the scene in front of a rising sun
31
The pages of this book are purple dyed parchment with silver lettering, indicating the patron was most likely:
A nobleman
A scribe
Royalty
A clergyman
32
Which of the following statements is NOT true about Cindy Sherman’s artistic practice?
Her work tackles issues regarding female identity and sexuality.
Her works are self-portraits.
Her art is both a regurgitation of the past and a reimagining of it.
Her portraits tend to be feminist in nature.
33
The temple at Angkor Wat was originally designed as a
site where pilgrims could offer gifts of thanks or prayers for safety
center of worship for the faithful, with towers used for call to prayers
monastery complex with entrances oriented toward the cardinal points
manifestation of the connection between the king and divine power
34
The form of Borobudur Temple creates an opportunity for the faithful to
experience the meditational power of a labyrinth
move in a straight line toward the garbha griha, or “womb chamber”
enter through torana before circumambulating
walk on an upward path toward enlightenment
35
The Crossing, expands the viewer’s temporal, psychological, and spiritual experience through his signature use of
slow-speed film that creates imagery featuring hazy, foggy effects
high-speed film, capturing detail beyond normal range of human perception
a large-scale projection split between two opposing film screens
video projected onto side-by-side, reflective screens

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