6.20.F - Lesson: Medieval Architecture Review Results

Question 1

The _______ is the raised platform the building sits on.
pediment
dome
podium
ribbed vault

Answer 1

podium

Question 2

The _______ is the triangular section above the structure.
dome
flying buttress
pediment
podium

Answer 2

pediment

Question 3

Medieval architects purposefully designed Gothic cathedrals to do what?
to allow the music to harmonize better
to create a place where the common man would feel welcome
to overwhelm every single sense in the body
to bring honor to Christ in all its grandeur

Answer 3

to overwhelm every single sense in the body

Question 4

The _______ style of architecture emphasized rounded arches, thick walls, domed roofs, and only a few small windows.
gothic
cubist
modern
romanesque

Answer 4

romanesque

Question 5

Where was the Romanesque style most popular?

Answer 5

Your Answer:
The Romanesque style was really popular in Italy.

Question 6

The ________ was a graceful stone arm that leaned against the outside wall to help support the weight of the roof.
pointed arch
ribbed vault
flying buttress
pediment

Answer 6

flying buttress

Question 7

The ______ allows the structure to support a significant amount of weight, which means that a Gothic cathedral could safely soar to great heights above the town below.
pediment
vaulted ceiling
dome
pointed arch

Answer 7

pointed arch

Question 8

Medieval architects purposefully wanted to overwhelm the senses, creating what sort of feeling?
the feeling as if walking into heaven for a brief moment
a feeling of depravity and the state of fallen man
a feeling of intense excitement and happiness
the feeling of euphoria

Answer 8

the feeling as if walking into heaven for a brief moment