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Where does a monk typically live?
Where does a monk typically live?
- In a cabin
- In a church
- In a temple
- In a monastery (correct)
What is the primary function of a scriptorium?
What is the primary function of a scriptorium?
- A workshop for creating artwork
- A room for copying manuscripts (correct)
- A room for teaching children
- A space for storing relics
What activities take place in a scriptorium?
What activities take place in a scriptorium?
- Conducting religious services
- Preparing food and drinks
- Copying and illustrating manuscripts (correct)
- Training monks for service
What purpose does a round tower serve in a monastery?
What purpose does a round tower serve in a monastery?
What is defined as a book written by hand?
What is defined as a book written by hand?
Flashcards
What is a scriptorium?
What is a scriptorium?
A room in a monastery dedicated to copying manuscripts.
What is a round tower?
What is a round tower?
Tall, round stone towers found near Irish monasteries. They served as safe havens for people and treasures.
What is a manuscript?
What is a manuscript?
A book written by hand, often containing religious texts.
Where does a monk typically live?
Where does a monk typically live?
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What activities occur in a scriptorium?
What activities occur in a scriptorium?
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Study Notes
Early Christian Ireland
- Monks typically live in monasteries.
- A scriptorium is a room for copying manuscripts.
- Activities in a scriptorium include copying and illustrating manuscripts.
- A round tower is a bell tower and a safe place.
- Round towers serve as safe places for people and treasures in monasteries.
- A manuscript is a book written by hand.
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