BEA 2103 History of Architecture Quiz

The following are principles of Buddhism EXCEPT

• The truth of suffering (Dukkha)

• The truth of the origin of suffering (Samudāya)

• The truth of the cessation of suffering (Nirodha)

• The truth of the path to the decrease of suffering (Manga)

Which of the following describe Indus Valley civilization?

• Modern town-planning with central boulevard

• Literate, highly organized, egalitarian

• Short distance trade networks

• Homes without courtyards

The Japanese Tori is influenced by the Buddhist and Hindu architecture of India called (a)  

Draw the journey of how Hinduism arrived in Southeast Asia on the map below

The following are primary spatial concepts for Buddhist/ Hindu temples EXCEPT

• Stupa

• Sanctuary/ Shrine

• Vihara

• Maharaja

Describe the three features of the Stupa

The vertical composition of the Angkor Wat temple consists of the base, body and (a)  

Name at least 3 construction materials and 2 construction methods used to build ancient Buddhist and Hindu temples in Southeast Asia.

The temple in Candi Batu Pahat in Bujang Valley, Kedah contains these primary and secondary spatial concepts EXCEPT

• Stupa

• Mandapa

• Shrine

• Gopuram

Describe 3 features of the Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia