Question 1

Reflecting the tradition of ancient art, ____ accompany the Old Testament harpist in the image of David Composing the Psalms .
A)Roman emperors
B)images of pagan deities
C)other sacred figures
D)allegorical figures

Accepted Answer

In the image of David Composing the Psalms, allegorical figures accompany the Old Testament harpist, reflecting the tradition of incorporating symbolic or allegorical elements to convey deeper meanings or virtues, which is a common practice in ancient and Renaissance art.

Question 2

The presentation of the Norman king, William II, twice in the Monreale mosaic program, continued the theme of ____.
A)royal presence and patronage
B)honoring his successors
C)humility
D)copying icons

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The presentation of William II in the Monreale mosaic program twice emphasizes his royal presence and patronage as a Norman king.

Question 3

Explain the importance of Basil I.

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Question 4

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

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Question 5

Which of the following events changed the fortunes of Byzantium in the final or Late Byzantine period?
A)The defeat of the Sasanians in 1261
B)The Seljuk Turks captured most of Anatolia
C)William II of Sicily sought an alliance with Constantinople
D)A successful treaty was negotiated between Constantinople and Rome

Accepted Answer

The capture of most of Anatolia by the Seljuk Turks in the late 11th and early 12th centuries severely weakened the Byzantine Empire and led to a loss of territory and resources, drastically changing the fortunes of Byzantium in the final or Late Byzantine period. The defeat of the Sasanians in 1261, alliance with William II of Sicily, and negotiated treaty with Rome did not have as significant an impact on Byzantium's fortunes during this time period.

Question 6

The interior mosaic program for Saint Mark's has explanatory labels written in both Greek and Latin. What accounts for this?
A)It accommodates the needs of Venice's diverse population.
B)It reflects the political ambitions of the bishop of Venice.
C)It reflects Venice's position as a link between East and West.
D)It accommodates the needs of the patriarch of Constantinople.

Accepted Answer

Venice's position as a key link between the East and West, and the fact that Saint Mark's was built as the cathedral church for the Byzantine-influenced Republic of Venice, led to a cultural and linguistic mix that included both Greek and Latin.

Question 7

The ____ of the Lamentation found in Saint Pantaleimon, Nerezi, contribute to the emotionally charged realization of the theme.
A)abstracted figures and background
B)landscape and details
C)natural setting and modeled figures
D)architectural backdrop and garments

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The natural setting and modeled figures in the Lamentation at Saint Pantaleimon, Nerezi, enhance the emotional impact by providing a realistic and relatable context for the scene.

Question 8

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

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Question 9

Explain the Iconoclasm and its subsequent impact on Byzantine art.

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Question 10

What is the Corpus juris civilis ?

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Question 11

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

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Question 12

Which event in Byzantine history accounts for the loss of art?
A)The Ottoman Turks invasion of Constantinople
B)The Second Crusade
C)The Iconoclasm
D)The Seljuk Turks capture of Anatolia

Accepted Answer

The Iconoclasm period in Byzantine history (8th-9th century AD) accounts for the loss of art, as many religious images were destroyed during this time. The Ottoman Turks invasion of Constantinople and the Seljuk Turks capture of Anatolia had an impact on Byzantine art, but did not directly cause the loss of art. The Second Crusade also did not have a significant impact on the loss of Byzantine art.

Question 13

How is Mary represented in the Vladimir Virgin ?

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Question 14

Describe Justinian's contributions as a ruler.

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Question 15

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?
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, Daphni

Accepted Answer

The "Crucifixion" at the Church of the Dormition in Daphni exemplifies the Middle Byzantine style by combining classical elements of simplicity, dignity, and grace with the emotional depth and religious intensity characteristic of Byzantine art.

Question 16

Instead of its usual position in the dome of a church, in the church of Monreale, the Pantokrator is located in the ____.
A)throne room
B)gallery vaults
C)narthex
D)semi-dome of the apse

Accepted Answer

In the church of Monreale, the Pantokrator is located in the semi-dome of the apse instead of its usual position in the dome of a church.

Question 17

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

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Question 18

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

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Question 19

Why is Eulalios significant?

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Question 20

Whose relics were obtained from Egypt for Venice?
A)Saint Matthew
B)Saint Mark
C)Saint Luke
D)Saint John

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The relics obtained from Egypt for Venice were those of Saint Mark.

Quiz 9: Byzantium

Reflecting the tradition of ancient art, ____ accompany the Old Testament harpist in the image of David Composing the Psalms .

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

Explain the importance of Basil I.

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

Which of the following events changed the fortunes of Byzantium in the final or Late Byzantine period?

The interior mosaic program for Saint Mark's has explanatory labels written in both Greek and Latin. What accounts for this?

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

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

Explain the Iconoclasm and its subsequent impact on Byzantine art.

What is the Corpus juris civilis ?

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

Which event in Byzantine history accounts for the loss of art?

How is Mary represented in the Vladimir Virgin ?

Describe Justinian's contributions as a ruler.

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?

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

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

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

Why is Eulalios significant?

Whose relics were obtained from Egypt for Venice?