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What characterized the architectural style of Early Christian Architecture?
What characterized the architectural style of Early Christian Architecture?
What is one of the important features of Early Christian Church architecture?
What is one of the important features of Early Christian Church architecture?
What was the significance of a basilican church's orientation?
What was the significance of a basilican church's orientation?
Which architectural element was typically used in the exterior of Early Christian churches?
Which architectural element was typically used in the exterior of Early Christian churches?
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Which architectural feature did Byzantine architecture utilize instead of Early Christian's post and lintel construction?
Which architectural feature did Byzantine architecture utilize instead of Early Christian's post and lintel construction?
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What architectural element was used as the dome's support in Byzantine architecture?
What architectural element was used as the dome's support in Byzantine architecture?
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Which empire lasted another thousand years after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD?
Which empire lasted another thousand years after the collapse of the Western Roman Empire in 476 AD?
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What does the name 'Hagia Sophia' mean?
What does the name 'Hagia Sophia' mean?
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Who was known for introducing quadratura in architecture?
Who was known for introducing quadratura in architecture?
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Which artist was chosen as one of the new architects of St. Peter’s in Rome after Raphael’s death?
Which artist was chosen as one of the new architects of St. Peter’s in Rome after Raphael’s death?
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Which architecture style was popularly called Lombard Renaissance Architecture?
Which architecture style was popularly called Lombard Renaissance Architecture?
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Who was responsible for the design of the Stanza della Segnatura, Pope Julius II’s private quarters?
Who was responsible for the design of the Stanza della Segnatura, Pope Julius II’s private quarters?
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What type of materials did Early Christians utilize in their architecture that were originally from Roman Temples?
What type of materials did Early Christians utilize in their architecture that were originally from Roman Temples?
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Which architectural feature did Early Christians contribute to the development of in church architecture?
Which architectural feature did Early Christians contribute to the development of in church architecture?
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What was the first place of worship for Early Christians, before the construction of dedicated churches?
What was the first place of worship for Early Christians, before the construction of dedicated churches?
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What architectural feature was commonly used in the exterior of Early Christian churches?
What architectural feature was commonly used in the exterior of Early Christian churches?
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What Germanic group of people fought against the Roman Empire in the late 300's to early 400's, signaling the beginning of the Dark Ages or medieval ages?
What Germanic group of people fought against the Roman Empire in the late 300's to early 400's, signaling the beginning of the Dark Ages or medieval ages?
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Which term was formerly used as a slur to describe the Gothic architectural style as 'Barbaric German Style'?
Which term was formerly used as a slur to describe the Gothic architectural style as 'Barbaric German Style'?
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Which architectural feature freed the building wall to be ornate with decorations or more windows in Gothic architecture?
Which architectural feature freed the building wall to be ornate with decorations or more windows in Gothic architecture?
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What type of window is circular and divided into segments by stone mullions or tracery, introduced in Gothic architecture?
What type of window is circular and divided into segments by stone mullions or tracery, introduced in Gothic architecture?
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During which period did Romanesque architecture flourish?
During which period did Romanesque architecture flourish?
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What architectural characteristic was typical of Romanesque buildings?
What architectural characteristic was typical of Romanesque buildings?
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In which country is the Maria Laach Abbey located, known for its Romanesque architecture?
In which country is the Maria Laach Abbey located, known for its Romanesque architecture?
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What was a distinctive feature of the Cathedral Complex of Pisa in Italy, showcasing Romanesque architecture?
What was a distinctive feature of the Cathedral Complex of Pisa in Italy, showcasing Romanesque architecture?
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