Question 1

The architects of Hagia Sophia fused the central plan and the basilica by ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  placing several domes on the nave
B)  placing a hemispherical dome on a square base
C)  dividing the nave and side aisles with walls
D)  intersecting two basilicasE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The interior mosaic program for Saint Mark's has explanatory labels written in both Greek and Latin. What accounts for this?

Accepted Answer

A)  It accommodates the needs of Venice's diverse population.
B)  It reflects the political ambitions of the bishop of Venice.
C)  It reflects Venice's position as a link between East and West.
D)  It accommodates the needs of the patriarch of Constantinople.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 3

Discuss the consequences of the Iconoclasm and its effect on Early Byzantine art. How did the Iconoclasm affect Middle Byzantine art? Include in your discussion the reasons for the iconoclasm. Use examples to support your essay.

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The Iconoclasm, which took place in the ...

Question 4

Compare the mosaics of Saint Catherine, Sinai, and San Vitale, Ravenna. What changes have been incorporated into San Vitale, and why?

Accepted Answer

The mosaics of Saint Catherine, Sinai, a...

Question 5

The dome on the Katholikon, Hosios Loukas, is formed by ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  pendentives
B)  bemas
C)  supporting octagons
D)  squinchesE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 6

Explain the innovations Byzantine architects developed. Discuss specific features from at least three buildings and include all three periods (Early, Middle, and Late Byzantine) in your essay. Use examples to support your essay.

Accepted Answer

Byzantine architects developed several i...

Question 7

Compare the Lamentation from Nerezi and the Anastasis from the Church of Christ in Chora. How are they different? Why? Consider the political climate for each work and why it is relevant.

Accepted Answer

The Lamentation from Nerezi and the Anas...

Question 8

Which of the following reasons likely persuaded Emperor Leo III to initiate iconoclasm?

Accepted Answer

A)  The loss of almost two-thirds of Byzantine territory
B)  To prepare for a visit from the Latin pope
C)  The creation of images was too expensive
D)  To commemorate his conversion to IslamE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Which of the following events changed the fortunes of Byzantium in the final or Late Byzantine period?

Accepted Answer

A)  The defeat of the Sasanians in 1261
B)  The Seljuk Turks captured most of Anatolia
C)  William II of Sicily sought an alliance with Constantinople
D)  A successful treaty was negotiated between Constantinople and RomeE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Whose relics were obtained from Egypt for Venice?

Accepted Answer

A)  Saint Matthew
B)  Saint Mark
C)  Saint Luke
D)  Saint JohnE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 11

____ remained the Byzantine foothold in Italy for two centuries.

Accepted Answer

A)  Naples
B)  Florence
C)  Venice
D)  RavennaE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 12

The medium used for the icon of the Virgin (Theotokos)  and Child between Saints Theodore and George is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Encaustic
B)  Oil on panel
C)  Mosaic
D)  FrescoE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 13

The presence of the ____ embroidered on Theodora's garment in Theodora and attendants, the mosaic on at San Vitale, Ravenna, underscored her elevated rank.

Accepted Answer

A)  chi rho iota
B)  three mage
C)  Virgin and Child
D)  imperial eagleE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 14

The model for the Archangel Michael was a ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  monk
B)  Roman emperor
C)  Gospel writer
D)  winged VictoryE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 15

Explain the importance of Basil I.

Accepted Answer

He thought of himself as the "Restorer o...

Question 16

In place of images, the iconoclasts used only symbolic forms, such as the ____, which were already familiar in early Christian art.

Accepted Answer

A)  bearded Christ on the cross
B)  Holy family
C)  cross
D)  TransfigurationE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 17

Why is it significant that the Anastasis is found in the parekklesion , a side chapel, in this instance a funerary chapel, of the church of Christ in Chora?

Accepted Answer

The subject matter of the Anastasis is t...

Question 18

Among the new Byzantine features that appeared in the mosaics at San Vitale is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  an elaborate setting
B)  the absence of solid bodies
C)  naturalistic action
D)  a variety of gesturesE) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

How is Mary represented in the Vladimir Virgin ?

Accepted Answer

It is a tender and personalized image of...

Question 20

Reflecting the tradition of ancient art, ____ accompany the Old Testament harpist in the image of David Composing the Psalms .

Accepted Answer

A)  Roman emperors
B)  images of pagan deities
C)  other sacred figures
D)  allegorical figuresE) B) and D)
F) C) and D)

Exam 9: Byzantium

Explain the innovations Byzantine architects developed. Discuss specific features from at least three buildings and include all three periods (Early, Middle, and Late Byzantine) in your essay. Use examples to support your essay.

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Whose relics were obtained from Egypt for Venice?

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Which of the following events changed the fortunes of Byzantium in the final or Late Byzantine period?

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Compare the Lamentation from Nerezi and the Anastasis from the Church of Christ in Chora. How are they different? Why? Consider the political climate for each work and why it is relevant.

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Compare the mosaics of Saint Catherine, Sinai, and San Vitale, Ravenna. What changes have been incorporated into San Vitale, and why?

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Among the new Byzantine features that appeared in the mosaics at San Vitale is ____.

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The model for the Archangel Michael was a ____.

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____ remained the Byzantine foothold in Italy for two centuries.

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Which of the following reasons likely persuaded Emperor Leo III to initiate iconoclasm?

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The medium used for the icon of the Virgin (Theotokos) and Child between Saints Theodore and George is which of the following?

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Discuss the consequences of the Iconoclasm and its effect on Early Byzantine art. How did the Iconoclasm affect Middle Byzantine art? Include in your discussion the reasons for the iconoclasm. Use examples to support your essay.

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Why is it significant that the Anastasis is found in the parekklesion , a side chapel, in this instance a funerary chapel, of the church of Christ in Chora?

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The dome on the Katholikon, Hosios Loukas, is formed by ____.

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The interior mosaic program for Saint Mark's has explanatory labels written in both Greek and Latin. What accounts for this?

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