Asian Architecture Finals Quiz
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What is a common feature found in the architecture of Nepal that has a painting of 'all seeing eyes' on its sides?

  • Shikhara Style
  • Newa Style
  • Stupa Style (correct)
  • Pagoda Style
  • In early construction of Tibetan structures, what type of wall technique was commonly used?

  • Battered Wall (correct)
  • Reinforced Concrete Wall
  • Dry wall
  • Retaining Wall
  • What type of roof was developed in Tibetan architecture specifically to conserve heat?

  • Mansard
  • Hipped (correct)
  • Gable
  • Flat
  • Which of the following is a free-standing structure with a dome often seen in Buddhism architecture?

    <p>Stupa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Tibet often referred to as due to its geographical significance?

    <p>Roof of the World</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main religion practiced in Nepal, making it the largest religion in the country?

    <p>Hinduism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mythical creature is used in Vientiane Style architecture in Vietnam?

    <p>Kinnara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Stupa in Vietnam has 30 small surrounding stupas representing the 30 perfections of Buddhism?

    <p>Pha That Luang</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What architecture style in Northern Laos features a multiple level platform and a roof that sweeps low and wide?

    <p>Tibetan Architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Myanmar, what type of building contains living quarters and meditation cells for monks?

    <p>Vihara</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary colors used in Tibetan Architecture?

    <p>Red and Yellow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a Japanese gateway usually with three openings called?

    <p>Torii</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered the world's biggest religious structure?

    <p>Angkor Wat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which animal ornament represents power and the emperor in Asian architecture?

    <p>Dragon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In designing, what concept believes that evil things travel in straight lines?

    <p>Feng Shui</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dynasty repaired and finished the Great Wall of China?

    <p>Ming Dynasty</p> Signup and view all the answers

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