History of Chinese Architecture in ARCH 30142
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What is the primary influence of Chinese architecture?

  • Japan, Korea, Mongolia, and Vietnam (correct)
  • Japan, Korea, Mongolia, Vietnam, and Southeast Asia
  • Japan, Korea, and Mongolia
  • Japan and Korea only
  • How old is the architecture of China?

  • As old as Greek architecture
  • As old as Chinese civilization (correct)
  • As old as Roman architecture
  • As old as Egyptian architecture
  • Which countries were influenced by Chinese architecture?

  • Korea and Mongolia
  • Vietnam and Southeast Asia
  • Korea and Southeast Asia (correct)
  • Japan and Vietnam
  • In which regions did Chinese architecture have a varying amount of influence?

    <p>Southeast and South Asia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the architectural style that developed over millennia in China?

    <p>Traditional Chinese architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From what source of information is there strong evidence testifying to the indigenous system of construction in China?

    <p>Literary and exemplary sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dynasty was the first to rule the kingdom that merged in the middle reaches of the Yellow River in China?

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

    Who became the first emperor of China in 221BC?

    <p>Shi Huangdi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of building the Great Wall of China?

    <p>To repel northern enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which religion emphasized universal love as a solution to social disorder?

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

    What is the primary material used for building pagodas?

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

    Which architectural structure is associated with leading to temples, palaces, tombs, or sacred places?

    <p>Pai-lous</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the chief feature of the temples in ancient Chinese architecture?

    <p>Distinctive roofs</p> Signup and view all the answers

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