Early Medieval Art II Quiz

Question 1

What role did Monasteries play in the world of art ?

Answer 1

Monasteries were the centers of art and learning

Question 2

What is an illuminated manuscript?

Answer 2

Text that is supplemented with decorated initials with miniature illustrations

Question 3

What is another name used for the Utrecht Psalter?

Answer 3

Old Testament Book of Psalms

Question 4

How did the Viking invasion affect the monasteries?

Answer 4

In 806, the monks from Iona fled to Kells for safety

Question 5

Which of the following characteristics is unique to Ottonian manuscripts?

Answer 5

All of the above

Question 6

What feature do both the Utrecht Psalter and the Ebbo Gospel possess?

Answer 6

Ink drawings with linear energy

Question 7

Which of the following is the most famous of the Carolingian manuscripts?

Answer 7

The Utrecht Psalter

Question 8

What unique style used in the Ebbo Gospels is associated with Reims?

Answer 8

Expressively colored lines

Question 9

Who worked on the illuminated manuscripts?

Answer 9

Four scribes and three major illuminators

Question 10

How were the Gospels of Charlemagne different from the Ottonian manuscripts?

Answer 10

The figures are full-bodied and wear white robes