Early Medieval Art I Quiz

Question 1

What was the Oseberg ship used for?

Answer 1

A grave ship

Question 2

What part of a ship is the prow?

Answer 2

The most forward part of a ship’s bow

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of Ottonian architecture?

Answer 3

All of the above

Question 4

Which of the following were the Vikings known for?

Answer 4

Using both swords and axes in battle

Question 5

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

Answer 5

The church of Saint Cyriakus

Question 6

What were the “gripping beasts?”

Answer 6

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

Question 7

Of what materials were Viking helmets made?

Answer 7

Tight-fitting leather or metal

Question 8

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

Answer 8

Timber architecture

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of the Oseberg ship?

Answer 9

C

Question 10

The Vikings were seamen from which of the following countries?

Answer 10

All of the above