Hindu architecture - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Think about the early forms of religion in India and how they differ. Select the option that describes Yakshi, a feature of one of these religions. • Benevolent nature spirit, usually depicted as a voluptuous female. • Mauryan emperor who erected great pillars inscribed with his moral edicts. • Founder of the central tenets of Jainism, including the immortality and transmigration of the soul. • Symbol of a moral order that keeps the universe from falling into chaos. 2 Which of the follow...

Think about the early forms of religion in India and how they differ. Select the option that describes Yakshi, a feature of one of these religions. • Benevolent nature spirit, usually depicted as a voluptuous female. • Mauryan emperor who erected great pillars inscribed with his moral edicts. • Founder of the central tenets of Jainism, including the immortality and transmigration of the soul. • Symbol of a moral order that keeps the universe from falling into chaos. 2 Which of the follow...

Art history 1 Unit 2 Milestone Sophia Course 1 Which of the following best describes this sculpture? • Subject is depicted in the Flavian style • Subject is portrayed as a god • Subject's physical imperfections are emphasized • Subject portrays age and wisdom CONCEPT Portraiture, Republic to Flavians 2 The facial expression, seen in the image above, is known as the __________ smile. • Archaic • Kouros • Kore • Peplos CONCEPT The Human Figure in Greek Sculpture 3 Which of the fol...

STRAIGHTERLINE REL 101 / REL101 UNIT 3 MILESTONE Which of the following correctly identifies the significance of religious festivals? Religious festivals are never seasonal. Religious festivals are most significant if they honor a deity or some important figure. Religious festivals are more important than everyday acts of worship. • Religious festivals are often tied to the mythology of a particular tradition. CONCEPT Festivals 2 One instance of a religious pract...

Why were the Ottomans such successful conquerors? The employment of gunpowder was a major factor in the Ottomans' military victory. They substituted foot soldiers with muskets for their mounted archers. They were also among the first to employ cannons as weaponry of attack. The Turks launched an all-out assault that even took down heavily fortified towns. How did Mehmed the Conqueror show his tolerance of other cultures? He welcomed new residents of various religions and backgrounds to Const...

Art history 1 Unit 2 Milestone Sophia Course 1 Which of the following best describes this sculpture? • Subject is depicted in the Flavian style • Subject is portrayed as a god • Subject's physical imperfections are emphasized • Subject portrays age and wisdom CONCEPT Portraiture, Republic to Flavians 2 The facial expression, seen in the image above, is known as the __________ smile. • Archaic • Kouros • Kore • Peplos CONCEPT The Human Figure in Greek Sculpture 3 Which of the fol...

HISTORY TESTBANK CHAPTER 1 – THE BIRTH OF CIVILIZATION IDENTIFICATION QUESTIONS culture cuneiform Vedas Aryan Brahman Olmecs oracle bones pharaoh Sargon Harappa civilization Neolithic Revolution Book of the Dead Hittites Assyrians hieroglyphic Mandate of Heaven Code of Hammurabi MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS 1. Anthropologists designate early human cultures by their a. writing. c. tools. b. clothing. d. food. Answer: c Page: 6 Factual 2. The Paleolithic Age is characteri...

ART 1401 Milestone#3 Art History {2020} – University of the People 1 Which feature of Romanesque architecture is present in this image? • Rounded arches • Numerous windows • Sense of visual lightness • Large exterior windows CONCEPT Romanesque Architecture 2 Which of the following characteristics are present in this image? • Archivolt, rib vault • Rib vault, pointed arch • Tympanum, archivolt • Pointed arch, tympanum C...

ART 1401 UNIT # 3 Milestone Art History I 2020 – University of the People 1 Which of the following terms describes the highest state of spiritual being in Buddhism? • Enlightenment • Bodhisattva • Ji (spirit) • Bhakti CONCEPT Chinese Buddhist Art and Architecture 2 Which of the following is the correct definition of "flying buttress?" • The space extending from the main entrance to the narthex of a church, with aisles on both sides • A cir...

ART 1401 UNIT # 2 Milestone Art History I 2020 – University of the People 1 What is the purpose of the oculus in the Pantheon? • To let light in the interior of the structure • To provide support to the massive columns • To provide support to the dome • It is strictly a decorative feature CONCEPT The Pantheon 2 Which of the following is the name of the oldest and most authoritative Hindu religious texts? • Ashoka • Sarnath • Trefoil • V...