Hum 201 Final

Perpendicular style (English Gothic) is known for its emphasis on vertical lines, complex vault ribbing, elimination of the semi-circular apse in favor of a flat high wall of stained glass, extended nave, and occasionally a double transept (Lorraine cross). The incorrect answers do not align with the characteristics of Perpendicular style architecture.

During the Renaissance, artists focused on realism, drew inspiration from classical works, and developed techniques like perspective to bring depth to their creations. Abstract art, Futurism, and Surrealism are movements that emerged much later.

Renaissance music was characterized by isorhythmic techniques, efforts to unify the Mass through music, and a gradual shift towards homophonic textures.

Isorhythm is a musical technique where the tenor voice repeats a certain rhythm, commonly borrowing from the ars nova style of music.

A Cantus firmus mass is a specific type of choral composition that uses a Gregorian chant as the basis for the entire mass.

A Chanson mass specifically refers to a type of cantus firmus mass that uses a secular tune as its basis, rather than traditional religious hymns.

A motet is specifically a polyphonic composition that is typically choral and sets a sacred text to music. It originated in the Middle Ages and was often used in religious settings.

A chanson is specifically a secular musical composition often in French language.

Paris is the capital city of France, not Berlin, London, or Madrid.

The correct answer addresses the correlation between the emotions conveyed in the lyrics and the feelings evoked by the music, highlighting the importance of coherence between the two elements in a musical composition.

Organum is a specific form of polyphony that emerged in Western music during the medieval period where two melodies are sung simultaneously at fixed intervals, often one being a plainchant melody and the other a newly composed melody.

The Kouros Archaic style of sculpture originated in ancient Greece and is characterized by the depiction of standing male figures in a rigid, frontal pose.

The Peplos Kore is an example of Archaic Greek sculpture, depicting a female figure wearing a peplos garment. It is located in the Acropolis Museum in Athens, Greece.

The correct answer refers to the famous Kritios Boy sculpture from the Early Classical period in Ancient Greek art. The three incorrect answers correspond to different sculptures from different time periods and styles: Venus de Milo belongs to the Hellenistic period, David is a Renaissance masterpiece, and The Thinker is a modern sculpture by Auguste Rodin.

Discobolos by Myron is a famous Classical Greek sculpture depicting a discus thrower. It is a well-known masterpiece from ancient Greece, not to be confused with other famous sculptures like David by Michelangelo, The Thinker by Auguste Rodin, or Venus de Milo by Alexandros of Antioch, which belong to different periods and styles of art.

The correct answer is Doryphoros (Spear-Bearer) by Polykleitos. While David by Michelangelo, The Thinker by Auguste Rodin, and Venus de Milo are all famous sculptures, none of them were created by Polykleitos during the Classical period.

The correct answer is Laocoon, a famous sculpture depicting a scene from Greek mythology. The other options are also famous sculptures, but they are not associated with Agesander, Athenodorus, and Polydorus during the Hellenistic period.

The correct answer is 'Roman' because the sculpture Augustus of Primaporta was created during the Roman Empire.

The image shows a floor plan of the Church of Saint Sernin, which is an example of Romanesque architecture. The floor plan provides a layout of the church's interior and architectural design.

The correct answer is Romanesque. The Nave of the Church of Saint Sernin in Toulouse is a prime example of Romanesque architecture, featuring characteristics such as thick walls, rounded arches, and sturdy pillars.

The image shown is a depiction of Pentecost, specifically the tympanum at Abbey Church Vezelay in Romanesque style.

Notre Dame de Belle Verriere is a famous stained glass window located in the Gothic architecture of the Cathedral of Chartres in France. It is known for its intricate design featuring the Virgin Mary holding the baby Jesus.

The correct answer is Tympanum, Chartres CathedralGothic. The image shows a tympanum, which is a decorative wall surface over an entrance, typically triangular and featuring sculptures or reliefs. This specific tympanum is from the Chartres Cathedral, a famous example of Gothic architecture.

The correct answer refers to Madonna Enthroned with Child, Angels, and Saints by Giotto, which is a renowned piece of art in the International Style, showcasing religious themes.