Early Medieval Art I

Question 1

The Stave Church in Borgund, Norway is an example of _________________.

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timber architecture

Question 2

The Vikings were seamen from which of the following countries?

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all of the above

Question 3

What was the Oseberg ship used for?

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a grave ship

Question 4

What decorative features were used on the prow of the Oseberg ship?

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a spiral ending in a serpent head

Question 5

Which of the following is a traditional type of Scandinavian architecture?

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horizontal log construction

Question 6

What were the “gripping beasts?”

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the intertwined animals carved on the bow and stern of viking boats

Question 7

The church pictured above is an example of Ottonian architecture. Which of the following churches is shown in this picture?

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the church of Saint Cyriakus

Question 8

Which of the following is an example of Ottonian architecture?

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all of the above

Question 9

What part of a ship is the prow?

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the most forward part of a ship’s bow

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of the Oseberg ship? a. b. c. d. none of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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C

Early Medieval Art I Answers