14th Century I — Unit test

Question 1

What is special about the Amiens cathedral?

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It is an archetypical Gothic cathedral.

Question 2

What is a guild?

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an association of people organized by occupation

Question 3

Which of the following was an innovation of Saint-Denis?

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all of the above

Question 4

Which of these forms is a common feature in Romanesque architecture?

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all of the above

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of Ottonian architecture?

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all of the above

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true about the paintings of Flanders?

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Artists used commonly understood symbols in their paintings.

Question 7

What was Florence’s key role in the beginning of the Renaissance?

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Its wealth and individualism promoted artistic growth.

Question 8

What was the Oseberg ship used for?

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a grave ship

Question 9

Which of the following was a preliminary step in making a stained glass piece?

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designer drew a composition on a wood panel

Question 10

What is atmospheric perspective?

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The effect produced by diffusion of light in the atmosphere whereby more distant objects have less clarity of outline and are lighter in tone.

14th Century I — Unit test Answers