History of Architecture 2: Midterms Part 2- Chinese Architecture Flashcards

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Q

What are the chief building types of chinese architecture?

A

Palaces and temples

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2
Q

It is a diverse architectural style caused by differences in geographic and climatic conditions.

A

Chinese Architecture

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3
Q

Commonly used system of construction in chinese architecture

A

wood frame construction

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4
Q

A neolithic village near the yellow river; characterized by pit dwellings and fine pottery, painted in geometric designs.

A

Yang-shao

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5
Q

The dynasty who presented the Introduction of writing, development of an urban
civilization, and a mastery of
bronze casting; 1600-1030 BC.

A

Shang Dynasty or Yin dynasty

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6
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Capital of shang dynasty

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Yin

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7
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Emergence of a centralized government; first imperial dynasty; The construction of much of the Great Wall of China; 221-206 BC

A

Qin dynasty

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8
Q

Monumental gateway to a palace, tomb, or sacred place.

A

Pailou

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9
Q

Bell tower or pavilion at the right side of a
city gate, palace entrance, or forecourt of a temple.

A

Zhonglou,

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10
Q

left side counterpart of a zhonglou.

A

Gulou

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11
Q

A bright hall; A ritual structure that serves as the
symbolic center of imperial power. Designated as the intersection of heaven (circle) and earth
(square), oriented around the four cardinal directions.

A

Mingtang

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12
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A Chinese pagoda.

A

Ta

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13
Q

What is the Songyue Temple Ta in Dengfeng, Henan Province?

A

Oldest Ta in China

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14
Q

A Circular Mound Altar, ritual
platform; Imperial Vault of Heaven; A Hall for Prayer for Good Harvests; A Abstinence Palace

A

Temple of Heaven

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15
Q

200 foot Pagoda made of wood in china

A

Fogong Pagoda

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16
Q

Best preserved imperial palace in China; the
residence of the son of heaven and
the conceptual center of the
empire.

A

Palace of heavenly purity

17
Q

A palace complex including
temples, reception halls,
residences, and service buildings.

A

Forbidden City

18
Q

The emperor’s throne room; also where
he met daily with his officials.

A

Hall of Supreme Harmony

19
Q

T or F: Buildings are dispersed around a courtyard.

20
Q

T or F: In the chinese building principles, the entire grouping is organized around a central pathway
or axis.

21
Q

T or F: In the chinese building principles, the largest and most important building is located at the southernmost.

A

False, northernmost

22
Q

T or F: In the chinese building principles, the surrounding structures and courtyards Decrease in size as they get closer to the main building.

A

False, Increase in size

23
Q

Fortified wall to protect China
against nomads from the north; served as a means of communication; built by Qin Shih Huang Ti.

A

Great Wall of
China

24
Q

The interaction of two opposing
and complementary principles

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feminine, dark, and negative
Yin
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Masculine, bright, and positive
Yang
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wind water; Arranging architectural elements so that they are in harmony with nature. To promote chi'i to the building; face south for wind advantage
Feng Shui
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Odd daw yung plants, bawal raw na magkatapat yung pintuan, yung mirror dapat raw nakatapat sa dining for abundance of food and blessings ;-;
Feng shui
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positive energy
Chi'i
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Standard unit of space marked by adjacent frame supports in China; The basic measure in construction.
Jian
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Interlocking bracket system used in traditional Chinese construction to support roof beams; Has both structural and decorative purpose.
Dougong
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Connotations of colors: ▪ Green, wood. ▪ Yellow, earth; spaces reserved for emperors. ▪ Blue and black, water. ▪ White and gray, metal. ▪ Red, fire; hope and satisfaction.
Familiarize mo lang
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The spirit altar, raised astronomical observatory; usually the central, circular upper storey of the mingtang.
Lingtai
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A Jade ring moat.
Biyong,
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Retreat palace from the forbidden city palace
Summer palace