Question 1

Instead of its usual position in the dome of a church, in the church of Monreale, the Pantokrator is located in the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  throne room
B)  gallery vaults
C)  narthex
D)  semi-dome of the apseE) B) and D)
F) None of the above D

Question 2

The image of Christ as Pantokrator refers to his role as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  redeemer
B)  savior
C)  lamb of God
D)  last judge of humankindE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 3

How was William II of Sicily portrayed in mosaics, and why was his representation significant?

Accepted Answer

He is portrayed twice in mosaic in Monre...

Question 4

Discuss the roles played by the Classical style of Greece and Rome and the formalistic style of the East in the development of Byzantine art. Use examples to support your essay.

Accepted Answer

The Classical style of Greece and Rome a...

Question 5

Describe Justinian's contributions as a ruler.

Accepted Answer

His reign marks the end of the Late Roma...

Question 6

The monastic movement began in ____ in the third century.

Accepted Answer

A)  Egypt
B)  Syria
C)  Rome
D)  ConstantinopleE) None of the above
F) A) and B) A

Question 7

The Middle Byzantine artist assimilated classicism's simplicity, dignity, and grace and synthesized it with Byzantine piety and pathos. Which of the following follows this formula?

Accepted Answer

A)  Virgin and Child enthroned , Hagia Sophia
B)  Virgin and Child between Saints Theodore and George , Monastery Saint Catherine
C)  Anicia Juliana, Vienna Dioskorides
D)  Crucifixion , Church of the Dormition, DaphniE) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

What political and religious messages are communicated by the Barberini Ivory ?

Accepted Answer

The ivory presents a triumphant Justinia...

Question 9

The presentation of the Norman king, William II, twice in the Monreale mosaic program, continued the theme of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  royal presence and patronage
B)  honoring his successors
C)  humility
D)  copying iconsE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Why is Eulalios significant?

Accepted Answer

Most of the art of Byzantium is anonymou...

Question 11

The ____ of the Lamentation found in Saint Pantaleimon, Nerezi, contribute to the emotionally charged realization of the theme.

Accepted Answer

A)  abstracted figures and background
B)  landscape and details
C)  natural setting and modeled figures
D)  architectural backdrop and garmentsE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

Where would a squinch most likely be found?

Accepted Answer

A)  As part of a column
B)  Supporting a dome
C)  Guarding the entry
D)  At the entrance of a chapelE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 13

What is Saint Catherine's, Mount Sinai, and why is it significant?

Accepted Answer

A fortress monastery located on the Sinai Peninsula. It was rebuilt and fortified by Justinian in order to protect its monks and pilgrims. The site marks the spot where God spoke to Moses from the burning bush. The monastery was an important pilgrimage site since the fourth century.

Question 14

Compare the Rabbula Gospels with the Paris Psalter . Consider the timeframe of each work. How does each one reflect its environment? What innovations and changes did each initiate? What influences shaped each work? How did they, in turn, influence subsequent works?

Accepted Answer

The Rabbula Gospels and the Paris Psalte...

Question 15

How did the Byzantine emperors refer to themselves, and why is this significant?

Accepted Answer

They called their empire Romania , or Ro...

Question 16

The significance of Maximianus is emphasized in the mosaic Justinian, Bishop Maximianus, and attendants, in San Vitale, Ravenna, through the presence of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the magnificence of his crown
B)  the hand of God
C)  a halo
D)  an identifying inscriptionE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 17

Describe the mosaic of Theodora and attendants in San Vitale, and explain its symbolism.

Accepted Answer

Theodora's presence in the apse marks he...

Question 18

The marriage of Anna to Prince Vladimir marked the introduction of Orthodox Christianity to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  Lombardy
B)  Russia
C)  Syria
D)  EgyptE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

The images and symbols found in the sanctuary from San Vitale express the single theme of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the Nativity
B)  Christ's crucifixion
C)  Christ's redemption of humanity
D)  the martyrdom of Saint Vitalis (San Vitale) E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 20

Compare and contrast the impact Byzantium had on the arts of Venice and Sicily. Consider the political and social climates of each area and the implications of Byzantine iconography. Use examples to support your essay.

Accepted Answer

Byzantium had a significant impact on th...

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