Byzantine Architecture (330-1453 & Later)

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What was the capital of the Roman empire in 330?

All of the above

Why were monumental materials imported to Constantinople?

Because of the lack of good building stone

What feature was combined with domes in Byzantine architecture?

Flat roofs for summer resorts

What was the main cause of the division between the Eastern and Western Churches?

<p>The 'Filioque' controversy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the importation of marble in Byzantine architecture?

<p>For monumental character</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Council of Nicea?

<p>The suppression of heresies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the translation of a phrase in the Nicene Creed?

<p>and from the Son</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the decree of Eastern Emperor Leo III?

<p>The exclusion of sculptured statues from churches</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of Byzantine architecture?

<p>The use of a domical system of roof construction</p> Signup and view all the answers

What construction technique was adopted by the Byzantines from the Romans?

<p>The use of hand-laid concrete</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of Byzantine church plans?

<p>The use of polygonal or square plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a difference between Byzantine and Early Christian architecture?

<p>The use of domes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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