Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna Quiz

What was the original purpose of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna?

• A Roman temple

• A marketplace

• A public forum

• A palace chapel for Theodoric

Which emperor sent his general to reclaim the church for the Orthodox faith?

• Augustus

• Constantine

• Nero

• Justinian

What architectural style is Sant'Apollinare Nuovo known for?

• Gothic

• Baroque

• Basilica plan

• Central plan

What is depicted on the west side of the church?

• The palace of Theodoric

• The Crucifixion

• The port city of Classe

• The Last Supper

What do the female virgin martyrs carry in the mosaics?

• Candles

• Swords

• Crowns

• Scrolls

What is the background style of the mosaics depicting the martyrs?

• Realistic landscape

• Dark night sky

• Blue sky with clouds

• Flat gold background

Who is at the front of the line of male martyrs?

• Saint John

• Saint Martin

• Saint Peter

• Saint Paul

What is depicted in the Last Supper mosaic at Sant'Apollinare Nuovo?

• The Baptism of Christ

• The Resurrection

• The Crucifixion

• Christ with his 12 Apostles

How is Christ depicted in the Last Supper mosaic?

• As a child

• Larger than the Apostles

• With a crown

• Holding a scroll

What food items are shown on the table in the Last Supper mosaic?

• Fruits and vegetables

• Two large fish and loaves of bread

• Wine and cheese

• Meat and honey