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

the moment of his enlightenment

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

It is located in Istanbul, Turkey

The temple at Angkor Wat was originally designed as a

manifestation of the connection between the king and divine power

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

What statement about the Great Stupa at Sanchi is false?

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

Who is this, and what is the book called?

Bahram Gur, The Great Il-Khanid Shahnama

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

What is Shiva saying with their upper right hand mudra?

reassurance blessing, do not fear.

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

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

walk on an upward path toward enlightenment

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

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

the prejudiced views of Muslim women in the Western world.

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

vory carving traditions that existed throughout the Mediterranean

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

protect Buddhist values and beliefs

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

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

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

excluding figural representations of animals or humans

The Golden Haggadah is a text used for all but:

preaching the gospel in a synagogue

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.

How did Emperor Shomu promote Buddhism?

He fused Buddhist doctrine and political policy.

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 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

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

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

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