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1. What is meant by book-matched marbles?

Side-by-side sheets of veneer arranged to have symmetrical graining about their common joint

A technique for staining marble to achieve a book-like pattern.

A type of marble used exclusively in bookbinding.

A method of cutting marbles to create a unique design.

Book-matched marbles refer to side-by-side sheets of veneer arranged in a way that their graining is symmetrical around a common joint, resembling an open book.

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Book-matched marbles refer to side-by-side sheets of veneer arranged in a way that their graining is symmetrical around a common joint, resembling an open book.

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Explore the foundational beliefs and practices of Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Shinto. This educational tool enhances understanding of major world religions, focusing on their historical development and... see morecultural impact, ideal for learners seeking comprehensive insights into religious diversity. see less

2. What is a catacomb?

A special type of mushroom used in Italian cuisine.

A musical instrument used in ancient Rome.

A type of bird found in South America.

An underground cemetery consisting of chambers or tunnels with recesses for graves. Often used in the plural.

A catacomb refers to an underground cemetery, not a type of bird, mushroom, or musical instrument.

Explanation

A catacomb refers to an underground cemetery, not a type of bird, mushroom, or musical instrument.

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3. What is a central-plan church?

In a central-plan church, the main altar is located at one end of a long central aisle.

A central-plan church is a type of church with a linear layout similar to a basilica.

The central plan design essentially compresses the basilica into a square (or other shape with rotational symmetry, e.g. octagon, circle, Greek cross).

Central-plan churches have a rectangular shape with a domed roof similar to a basilica.

A central-plan church is characterized by having a circular or polygonal shape with the main altar located in the center, reflecting a centralized design rather than the linear layout of a basilica.

Explanation

A central-plan church is characterized by having a circular or polygonal shape with the main altar located in the center, reflecting a centralized design rather than the linear layout of a basilica.

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4. What is a Christogram?

A special ritual performed during Christmas

A monogram or combination of letters that forms an abbreviation for the name of Jesus Christ, traditionally used as a Christian symbol

A type of religious ceremony involving chanting

A type of ancient Christian music

A Christogram is specifically a monogram or combination of letters representing Jesus Christ, not a religious ceremony, Christmas ritual, or form of music.

Explanation

A Christogram is specifically a monogram or combination of letters representing Jesus Christ, not a religious ceremony, Christmas ritual, or form of music.

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5. What are clerestory windows?

Windows placed high in a wall, generally above lower roof elements

Windows designed for basement levels.

A type of stained glass window.

Windows that open horizontally.

Clerestory windows are specifically designed to bring in natural light into a space while maintaining privacy. They are elevated and positioned high in a wall, generally above lower roof elements.

Explanation

Clerestory windows are specifically designed to bring in natural light into a space while maintaining privacy. They are elevated and positioned high in a wall, generally above lower roof elements.

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6. What is cloisonne masonry?

A style of masonry popular in ancient Roman architecture.

A method of constructing arches using solely limestone blocks.

A type of bricklaying technique used in modern skyscrapers.

Characteristic and elaborate church masonry style of the Helladic school. Four-sided stones – usually porous stones – are framed by thin, red bricks, the plinths. Masonry made entirely out of plinths (with the typical red color) is encountered in Constantinople. When met in Greek churches (Hosios Loukas in Phocis), it is considered influence from Constantinople.

Cloisonne masonry is a specific type of church masonry style associated with the Helladic school, characterized by the use of four-sided stones framed by thin, red bricks.

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Cloisonne masonry is a specific type of church masonry style associated with the Helladic school, characterized by the use of four-sided stones framed by thin, red bricks.

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7. What is a community house?

A communal living space for hippies.

A co-op housing arrangement for senior citizens.

House in which first Christians gathered to worhsip?

A type of government building.

A community house specifically refers to a house where the first Christians gathered to worship, not any of the other options provided.

Explanation

A community house specifically refers to a house where the first Christians gathered to worship, not any of the other options provided.

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8. What are composite capitals?

A style of writing where all letters are in uppercase.

Capitals made from composite materials like plastic or fiberglass.

A Roman order combining features of the Ionic and Corinthian orders. Has the icanthus plant with volutes

A type of financial capitals used in investments.

Composite capitals in architecture refer to a specific Roman order that combines elements of the Ionic and Corinthian styles.

Explanation

Composite capitals in architecture refer to a specific Roman order that combines elements of the Ionic and Corinthian styles.

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9. What is a cross-in-square plan?

Five objects arranged in a square, with one in the center. Byzantine churches with this plan typically have five domes, the center one being balanced by four domes at the corners

A plan where multiple squares are connected to form a larger square without domes.

A square plan with crosses at each corner.

A plan where only four objects are arranged in a square without a center object.

The correct answer describes the specific layout of a cross-in-square plan, commonly seen in Byzantine churches.

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The correct answer describes the specific layout of a cross-in-square plan, commonly seen in Byzantine churches.

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10. What is a cruciform plan in architecture?

A circular floor plan.

A triangular floor plan.

Basilica plan with a transept?

A rectangular floor plan.

A cruciform plan in architecture refers to a floor plan that is in the shape of a cross, typically with a long nave and a transept intersecting it, resembling the shape of a crucifix.

Explanation

A cruciform plan in architecture refers to a floor plan that is in the shape of a cross, typically with a long nave and a transept intersecting it, resembling the shape of a crucifix.

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11. What is a dome?

A continuously curved roof over a polygonal or circular plan, generally having a semi-circular or elliptical section

A type of fruit

A type of dance move

A type of vehicle

A dome refers to a specific architectural structure, typically associated with buildings and structures, and is not related to fruit, dance moves, or vehicles.

Explanation

A dome refers to a specific architectural structure, typically associated with buildings and structures, and is not related to fruit, dance moves, or vehicles.

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12. What is a domed basilica?

A style of architecture with no specific characteristics.

A basilica plan church with a dome in the middle

A type of pasta dish served with basil leaves.

A type of Roman government building with no dome.

A domed basilica refers to a specific type of church architecture with a domed structure in the center, typically following a basilica plan layout.

Explanation

A domed basilica refers to a specific type of church architecture with a domed structure in the center, typically following a basilica plan layout.

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13. What was the significance of the Edict of Milan?

A treaty that ended the Roman Empire.

A law that enforced the worship of Roman gods.

A proclamation that permanently established religious toleration for Christianity within the Roman Empire. It was the outcome of a political agreement concluded in Milan between the Roman emperors Constantine I and Licinius in February 313

A decree that banned Christianity in the Roman Empire.

The Edict of Milan was a groundbreaking proclamation that marked a shift towards religious tolerance for Christianity within the Roman Empire, rather than the suppression of it. It was a key moment in history that allowed for the establishment and growth of Christianity as a legitimate religion.

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14. What is a Greek-cross plan?

A type of traditional Greek dance performed at weddings and celebrations.

Church plan in the form of a Greek cross, with a square central mass and four arms of equal length. The Greek-cross plan was widely used in Byzantine architecture and in Western churches inspired by Byzantine examples

An ancient Greek method of divination involving the interpretation of dreams.

A popular type of Greek yogurt with honey and nuts.

The correct answer describes the architectural plan known as a Greek-cross plan, commonly seen in churches influenced by Byzantine architecture.

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The correct answer describes the architectural plan known as a Greek-cross plan, commonly seen in churches influenced by Byzantine architecture.

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15. What is iconoclasm?

The rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical; the doctrine of iconoclasts.

A) A celebration of religious images as sacred symbols.

B) A term used to describe the study of icons in art history.

C) A religious ritual involving the creation of new religious images.

D) None of the above.

Iconoclasm is the rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical, contrary to the other options provided.

Explanation

Iconoclasm is the rejection or destruction of religious images as heretical, contrary to the other options provided.

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16. What is an iconostasis?

A type of ancient Greek pottery.

A form of religious dance originating in India.

An elaborate headdress worn by ancient Egyptian pharaohs.

A screen in Byzantine churches that divides the nave from the chancel and that is used as a support for devotional images or icons

An iconostasis specifically refers to the screen in Byzantine churches, contrasting with the other options that do not relate to the religious context described.

Explanation

An iconostasis specifically refers to the screen in Byzantine churches, contrasting with the other options that do not relate to the religious context described.

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17. Who was Isidorus of Miletus?

A Roman general who led campaigns in Gaul.

One of the architects that Emperor Justinian I commissioned to design the church of Hagia Sophia in Constantinople from 532-537 CE

A renowned poet during the Renaissance period.

A famous philosopher from ancient Greece.

Isidorus of Miletus was a significant figure in the Byzantine Empire, known for his architectural contributions to Hagia Sophia under Emperor Justinian I.

Explanation

Isidorus of Miletus was a significant figure in the Byzantine Empire, known for his architectural contributions to Hagia Sophia under Emperor Justinian I.

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18. Who were Justinian & Theodora?

Inventors of the printing press

Legendary Greek gods and goddesses

Roman emperor and empress that sponsored many churches as well as expanded the Byzantine Roman empire

Famous explorers who discovered America

Justinian and Theodora were significant figures in Byzantine history known for their political and cultural influence.

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Justinian and Theodora were significant figures in Byzantine history known for their political and cultural influence.

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19. What does the term 'Katholikon' refer to?

A type of traditional dance in Greece.

A famous ancient Greek philosopher.

A type of spicy food popular in Eastern Europe.

The church or temple building of an Eastern Orthodox monastery

The term 'Katholikon' specifically refers to the church or temple building of an Eastern Orthodox monastery, and is not related to traditional dances, philosophers, or spicy food.

Explanation

The term 'Katholikon' specifically refers to the church or temple building of an Eastern Orthodox monastery, and is not related to traditional dances, philosophers, or spicy food.

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20. What is Kufic brickwork?

A type of bread made using a special grain called Kufic.

Brickwork that models Kufic script for decoration

A form of Arabic poetry that originated in Kufa, Iraq.

A style of Kufic calligraphy used for legal documents.

Kufic brickwork refers to brickwork that is designed to resemble the angular script of Kufic calligraphy for decorative purposes.

Explanation

Kufic brickwork refers to brickwork that is designed to resemble the angular script of Kufic calligraphy for decorative purposes.

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