Religious Architecture Quiz

How do Methodist churches typically differ from Catholic churches in terms of design?

• More ornate

• Less ornate

• Taller structures

• Smaller windows

What is the architectural style of the Congregational chapel in Bala?

• Gothic

• Baroque

• 19th-century Methodist

• Renaissance

Where is the holy arc placed in a synagogue?

• On a west wall

• On a north wall

• On an east wall

• On a south wall

What is the shape of the holy arc in synagogues?

• Circular

• Oblong

• Square

• The shape is not specified

What is the architectural requirement for synagogue windows?

• They must be stained glass

• They must be large

• They must remind those praying of the outside world

• They must be circular

Which of the following is NOT a common architectural feature of mosques?

• Courtyard

• Mihrab

• Minaret

• Swimming pool

Which of the following is a tower adjacent to a mosque?

• Dome

• Mihrab

• Minaret

• Courtyard

Which of the following is a positive impact of civic buildings on a neighborhood?

• Increasing traffic congestion

• Providing public services

• Raising property prices

• Limiting public access

What type of rooms might you find in a civic building?

• Multi-prayer rooms

• Private bedrooms

• Dance studios

• Movie theaters

What is the purpose of modern purpose-built buildings for art galleries?

• To reduce costs

• To let in light and give a feeling of space

• To minimize maintenance

• To increase security