Jewish, Early Christian, and Byzantine Art Answers
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Which of the following is not true of Early Byzantine art?
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Artists relied on mathematical conventions to create ideal figures.B
The art was inspired by Christian stories and beliefs.C
Most examples were done on vellum and were very colorful.D
Art was presented the Christian story through multi-leveled symbolism.2
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Before the Edict of Milan, Christian art ________________
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could only be seen in the Christian Orthodox cathedrals.B
presented Christian stories through multi-leveled symbolism.C
reflected the strongly spiritual focus of the wealthy leadership.D
contained images of symbolic Christian people who would go unnoticed by pagans3
Which of the following is not true of Christian art after the Edict of Milan?
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The art included Christian symbols, such as the cross and the Good Shepard.B
Mosaics freely covered church walls and ceilings.C
Sculptures rarer than paintings.D
Artists used bright colors and shading.4
In 313, Constantine issued the Edict of Milan granting ________________________
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all people in the Roman Empire freedom to worship whatever god they wished.B
artists the freedom to sell and display their works through the entire Roman Empire.C
the Jewish people the right to live freely across the entire Roman Empire.D
all citizens of the Roman Empire the right to worship at multiple churches.5
This mosaic is an example of ___________ art .
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Early ByzantineB
Middle ByzantineC
Late ByzantineD
Jewish6
In this work of art, which of the following can be observed?
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The artist painted the figures with elongated necks, legs, and arms.B
The figures are placed in a triangular shape, as geometric conventions were common in art during this time period.C
This piece is intended to represent the Christian trinity.D
All of the above can be observed.7
All of the following are characteristic of Jewish art, except which?
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The art showed depictions of religious stories from the Torah.B
Artists combined strong outlines with flat colors.C
The figures in Jewish art tended to be very posed.D
Sculptures were rare in Jewish art.8
This is a picture of a synagogue floor, which commonly displayed Jewish symbols of faith. What Jewish symbol is encircled on this floor?
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MenorahB
Ram’s HornC
CornucopiaD
Citron9
A Jewish house of prayer is called a _________________.
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menorahB
torahC
synagogueD
sarcophagus10
Which is not true of the painting above?
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This piece of art was painted on vellum, which is a type of thin papyrus paper.B
The Virgin and Christ are painted to show wealth and leadership, although it is unlikely they were wealthy in reality.C
This is an example of how artists liked to paint icons along side religious figures during the Middle Byzantine period.D
This painting is entitled, Virgin of Vladimir.Did you find these answers helpful?
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