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15th Century: Italy I — Unit test Answers

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How did Bramante bring about the High Renaissance style of architecture despite his slow beginnings?

A
He was the first architect to use new innovative techniques.
B
He won over patrons with his bold style.
C
He understood classical architecture and gave it a fresh look.
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Who commissioned Bramante to build the structure below?

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Pope Julius II
B
Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand
C
the Catholic Diocese
D
Michelangelo
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What is Bramante credited with?

A
He introduced the High Renaissance style of architecture.
B
He designed the first grotto.
C
He designed the Vitruvian man.
D
all of the above
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Who is pictured below?

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Bramante
B
Maderno
C
Buontalenti
D
Alberti
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What is the Tempietto, seen below?

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a small tomb built by Bramante, in the courtyard of St. James Cathedral
B
a small tomb built by Bramante, in the courtyard of San Pietro in Montorio
C
a tower built by Bramante in the front of St. James Cathedral
D
a tower built by Michelangelo in the front of St. James Cathedral
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What is a grotto?

A
a garden in front of the churches
B
a recess typically made of irregular stones and covered with artificial foliage
C
a stone pathway leading to the back of the nave of the church
D
none of the above
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What is pictured below?

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Great Grotto, Boboli Gardens
B
St. Peter’s Basilica
C
The Tempietto
D
Bramante Grotto
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Which of the following features could be found in more exotic grottos?

A
a guard
B
a fountain or pool
C
a garden
D
a fruit orchard
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What classic principles did Bramante combine in his work Tempietto?

A
the classic principles of Michelangelo and architect Alberti
B
the classic principles of Vitruvius and architect Alberti
C
the classic principles of Vitruvius and architect Brunelleschi
D
none of the above
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What astonishing decision regarding St. Peter’s Basilica did Pope Julius II make in 1506?

A
He decided to renovate the basilica to look like a pilgrimage church.
B
He decided to demolish the original Constantinian basilica.
C
He hired Michelangelo to paint the interior.
D
He decided to rename it the Sistine Chapel.

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