Philippine Church Architecture
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What is the primary purpose of a convento in a Spanish colonial church complex?

  • To serve as a focal point for the church's architecture
  • To provide a residence for nuns and priests (correct)
  • To store sacred relics
  • To house the main altar
  • What is the term for the area inside the altar mayor where the body of Christ is stored?

  • Sagrario (correct)
  • Campanarios
  • Pulpito
  • Retablo
  • What is the primary purpose of a campanario in a Spanish colonial church?

  • To store sacred relics
  • To provide a residence for the clergy
  • To serve as a focal point for the church's architecture (correct)
  • To house the main altar
  • Which of the following architectural styles is characterized by the use of buttresses to resist earthquakes?

    <p>Earthquake Baroque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the ornate, decorative screen behind the altar in a Spanish colonial church?

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

    Who is the architect of the San Agustin Church in Manila?

    <p>Juan de Macías</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the main altar itself in a Spanish colonial church?

    <p>Altar mayor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the architectural style that combines Filipino and Chinese elements?

    <p>Filipino-Chinese</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which church is considered the oldest Roman Catholic church in the Philippines?

    <p>Basilica Minore del Santo Niño</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the architect of the Paoay Church, also known as the San Agustin Church?

    <p>Padre Antonio Estavillo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the architectural style characterized by grandiosity and ornateness?

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

    Which architectural style is associated with the Miagao Church in Ilo-ilo?

    <p>Baroque architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the architect credited with designing the Tumauini Church in Isabela?

    <p>Domingo Forto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What architectural style is characterized by the ornate decoration of the Daraga Church in Albay?

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

    What legislation ensures the conservation and protection of Philippine-built heritage?

    <p>National Heritage Law (RA10066)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which church was chosen as the site of the First Philippine Congress, also known as the Malolos Congress?

    <p>Barasoain Church</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the architect credited with designing the Quiapo Church?

    <p>Juan Nakpil</p> Signup and view all the answers

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