32 Questions
What was the primary goal of Peter the Great's reforms?
To bring about change to the nation of Russia as quickly as possible
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Naryshkin Baroque architecture?
Flat roofs
Which of these buildings is an example of Petrine Baroque architecture?
Petrovsky Palace
What is the primary difference between Naryshkin Baroque and Petrine Baroque architecture?
Naryshkin Baroque is based on traditional Russian architecture, while Petrine Baroque is more Western-influenced
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Russian Baroque architecture?
Restrained, classical design
Which of these buildings is an example of Elizabethan Baroque architecture?
Peterhof Imperial Palace
Which Russian ruler is associated with the Kadriorg Palace?
Peter the Great
What is the Kunstkamera Museum famous for displaying?
Human and animal freaks
Which architectural style is associated with the Smolny Cathedral and the Menshikov Palace?
Rastrellian Baroque
What is the defining characteristic of the Elizabethan Baroque or Rastrellian Baroque style?
Highly ornamented exterior and interior
What is the oldest museum in Russia?
Kunstkamera Museum
Which architectural style is represented by the John the Warrior monument, commissioned to commemorate the Russian victory over Sweden?
Naryshkin Baroque
What is a notable feature of the architectural style favored by Peter the Great in St. Petersburg?
Church plans in Latin cross
Which architect is credited with establishing the foundation for the Petrine Baroque style in St. Petersburg?
Domenico Trezzini
What architectural feature distinguishes the Peterhof Palace from a typical palace?
It has a vast complex of a park and cascade fountain
Which building is described as one of the oldest residential buildings in St. Petersburg?
Kikin Hall
What is a unique characteristic of the Church of Archangel Gabriel, also known as the Menshikov Tower?
It was used only during summers due to lack of heating
What is the purpose of the Jordan Staircase in the Winter Palace?
To provide a grand entrance for visitors
Who was responsible for the design of the Amber Room in the Catherine Palace?
Bartolomeo Rastrelli
Which characteristic defines Amber?
A type of fossilized tree resin
In what architectural style was the San Agustin Church in Intramuros originally built?
Baroque
What is the main purpose of the Santa Maria Church in Ilocos Sur's thick buttresses?
To protect the church from earthquakes
Which architectural style in Spain was influenced by Moorish art and known for its delicate low-relief similar to jewelry making?
Plateresque Style
Which structure, composed of a monastery, church, and palace, is considered the largest Renaissance structure in the world?
El Escorial
What architectural style is characterized by extreme, expressive, and florid decorative detailing normally at the entrance?
Churrigueresque Style
Which architectural style introduced the Italiannate Renaissance to England for the first time?
Stuart Style
What is the architectural characteristic typically seen in Elizabethan and Jacobean styles that protrudes from top to bottom?
Bay window
Which British architect was known for designing 52 London churches and was a prominent figure during the Stuart period?
Christopher Wren
'Queen's House' is known for being the first Palladian-style building in England and was commissioned as a residence for whom?
Anne of Denmark
'Hatfield House' is a leading example of which architectural style of prodigy house?
Jacobean Style
What distinguishes the Georgian architectural style from others during that period?
Colonnades & Pediments
Which architectural style features colourful ceramic tiles on the facade and interior?
Portuguese Churrigueresque Style
Explore the architectural characteristics of Renaissance buildings in Belgium and the Netherlands, including strapwork decoration, rich tower roofs, flat fronted and gabled structures, stepped gables, and the use of brick and stone. Learn about examples like the University of Salamanca in Spain and the Grand Arsenal store in the Netherlands.
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