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AP Art History Units 1 & 2 Vocabulary

Total questions: 150

Worksheet time: 1hrs 15mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which term matches the definition: of or relating to movable property.

a)

mobiliary

b)

register

c)

canon of proportions

d)

papyrus

2.

Which term matches the definition: red crown of lower Egypt, contains the cobra goddess on the forehead.

a)

hedjet

b)

deshret

c)

nemes scarf

d)

rose window

3.

Which term matches the definition: formal name for the white crown of pharaonic Upper Egypt.

a)

hedjet

b)

deshret

c)

nemes scarf

d)

ahu

4.

Which term matches the definition: flat mound or stone pedestal upon which the moai stand.

a)

ahu

b)

buttress

c)

trumeau

d)

archivolt

5.

Which term matches the definition: ornamental molding or band following the curve on the underside of an arch.

a)

archivolt

b)

tympanum

c)

jamb

d)

radiating chapel

6.

Which term matches the definition: the side-post of a doorway.

a)

trumeau

b)

jamb

c)

flying buttress

d)

register

7.

Which term matches the definition: a pointed oval feature enclosing figures such as Christ or Mary in medieval art.

a)

mandorla

b)

rose window

c)

archivolt

d)

grisaille

8.

Which term matches the definition: projecting chapels arranged radially around the ambulatory of the east end of a Christian church.

a)

radiating chapel

b)

flying buttress

c)

lancet window

d)

tympanum

9.

Which term matches the definition: the central pillar or mullion supporting the tympanum of a large doorway, common in medieval buildings, often sculpted.

a)

trumeau

b)

jamb

c)

buttress

d)

archivolt

10.

Which term matches the definition: semi-circular decorative wall surface over an entrance, bounded by a lintel and arch, often with sculpture or ornament.

a)

tympanum

b)

rose window

c)

archivolt

d)

radiating chapel

11.

Which term matches the definition: an architectural structure projecting from a wall which serves to reinforce the wall, providing support to act against lateral forces.

a)

buttress

b)

flying buttress

c)

corbelled vaulting

d)

jamb

12.

Which term matches the definition: a buttress formed of an arch that extends from the upper portion of a wall to a pier of great mass, conveying the lateral forces to the ground.

a)

flying buttress

b)

buttress

c)

archivolt

d)

radiating chapel

13.

Which term matches the definition: a tall, narrow window with a pointed arch at its top, typical of Gothic church edifices of the earliest period.

a)

lancet window

b)

rose window

c)

grisaille

d)

mandorla

14.

Which term matches the definition: a circular window found in Gothic churches divided into segments by stone mullions and tracery.

a)

rose window

b)

lancet window

c)

tympanum

d)

archivolt

15.

Which term matches the definition: Japanese illustrated text, or narrative picture scroll.

a)

emaki

b)

shanama

c)

papyrus

d)

lyre

16.

Which term matches the definition: an effect of contrasted light and shadow created by light falling from a particular direction on something.

a)

chiaroscuro

b)

grisaille

c)

fore-shortening

d)

giornata

17.

Which term matches the definition: Italian term for "a day's work", used in buon fresco mural painting, how much work can be done in a single day.

a)

giornata

b)

buon fresco

c)

grisaille

d)

mobiliary

18.

Which term matches the definition: a method of painting in gray monochrome, typically to imitate sculpture.

a)

grisaille

b)

chiaroscuro

c)

buon fresco

d)

fore-shortening

19.

Which term matches the definition: technique used where the artist uses unnatural proportion or scale to depict the relative importance of figures in the work.

a)

hierarchical scale

b)

canon of proportions

c)

fore-shortening

d)

register

20.

Which term matches the definition: an object displayed or deposited without the intention of recovery or use in a sacred place for religious purposes.

a)

votive statue

b)

sarcophagus

c)

buon fresco

d)

papyrus

21.

Which term matches the definition: the ritual pouring of a liquid, often alcohol, to a spirit or deiy as an offering while prayers are said.

a)

libation

b)

burnish

c)

giornata

d)

register

22.

Which term matches the definition: polish by rubbing.

a)

burnish

b)

grisaille

c)

buon fresco

d)

fore-shortening

23.

Which term matches the definition: epic poem of Persian mythology, a "Book of Kings" for teaching how to rule.

a)

shanama

b)

emaki

c)

dyad

d)

uauantin

24.

Which term matches the definition: stone of sacrifice from the Aztec culture.

a)

techcatl

b)

sarcophagus

c)

ahu

d)

register

25.

Which term matches the definition: "striped ones" captives destined for sacrifice painted in red and white from the Aztec culture.

a)

uauantin

b)

dyad

c)

nemes scarf

d)

lyre

26.

Which term matches the definition: semiprecious stone that is usually rich azure blue.

a)

lapis lazuli

b)

papyrus

c)

corbelled vaulting

d)

rose window

27.

Which term matches the definition: horizontal level in a work that consists of several levels arranged one above the other.

a)

register

b)

canon of proportions

c)

mobiliary

d)

radiating chapel

28.

Which term matches the definition: a stringed instrument of the harp family having a U-shaped frame and used by ancient Greeks accompanied by song.

a)

lyre

b)

papyrus

c)

emaki

d)

shanama

29.

Which term matches the definition: arch-like construction method that uses stacked large stone blocks to span a space or void in a structure.

a)

corbelled vaulting

b)

flying buttress

c)

buttress

d)

archivolt

30.

Which term matches the definition: an elaborate cemetery of an ancient city.

a)

necropolis

b)

sarcophagus

c)

ahu

d)

trumeau

31.

Which term matches the definition: a stone coffin, literally "flesh-eater."

a)

sarcophagus

b)

necropolis

c)

techcatl

d)

buon fresco

32.

Which term matches the definition: striped headcloth worn by pharaohs in ancient Egypt, covered the crown and back of the head and nape of the neck, with lappets hanging down behind the ears over shoulders.

a)

nemes scarf

b)

deshret

c)

hedjet

d)

mobiliary

33.

Which term matches the definition: a system based on mathematical ratios that was used by the Egyptians to create proportion in art when drawing the human figure.

a)

canon of proportions

b)

hierarchical scale

c)

register

d)

fore-shortening

34.

Which term matches the definition: two individual maintaining a sociologically significant relationship.

a)

dyad

b)

uauantin

c)

shanama

d)

emaki

35.

Which term matches the definition: a tall perennial sedge of the Nile valley, could be made into strips and pressed into a material to write on.

a)

papyrus

b)

lapis lazuli

c)

lyre

d)

mobiliary

36.

Which term matches the definition: to reduce or distort in order to convey the illusion of three-dimensional space as perceived by the human eye.

a)

fore-shortening

b)

chiaroscuro

c)

grisaille

d)

giornata

37.

Which term matches the definition: Italian for "true fresh", pigments applied to wet plaster.

a)

buon fresco

b)

grisaille

c)

chiaroscuro

d)

libation

38.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a stone of great size, especially in ancient construction work or prehistoric Neolithic remains.

a)

megalithic

b)

clerestory

c)

pylon

d)

faience

39.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a type of joint made of two parts in which the tenon works as a peg and the mortise is the hole or slot into which the tenon is inserted.

a)

post and lintel

b)

mortise and tenon

c)

sunken relief

d)

ankh

40.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: in building construction, a system in which two upright members, the posts, hold up a third member, the lintel, laid horizontally across their top surfaces.

a)

post and lintel

b)

pylon

c)

capital

d)

apadana

41.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: period in ancient Egypt in which tablets were found of correspondence between Amenhotep IV and his father.

a)

Amarna

b)

Duat

c)

Book of the Dead

d)

Canopic jar

42.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: the doctrine or belief that there is only one god.

a)

polytheistic

b)

monotheism

c)

pathos

d)

narrative

43.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: relief that is carved into a sunken area and does not project above the surface.

a)

sunken relief

b)

encaustic

c)

akroteria

d)

terracotta

44.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a tau cross with a loop at the top, used as a symbol of generation or enduring life.

a)

ankh

b)

kore

c)

kouros

d)

peplos

45.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a collection of ancient Egyptian papyrus books with prayers, hymns, incantations and behavior of the souls of the dead.

a)

Book of the Dead

b)

Duat

c)

Amarna

d)

Kline

46.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a jar used in ancient Egypt to contain the entrails of an embalmed body.

a)

canopic jar

b)

drum

c)

capital

d)

agora

47.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: the doctrine or belief that there is more than one god.

a)

monotheism

b)

polytheistic

c)

pathos

d)

symposium

48.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a glassy substance formed and fired like ceramic, made by combining crushed minerals with natron or plant ash.

a)

faience

b)

encaustic

c)

terracotta

d)

pediment

49.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: high section of wall that contains windows above eye level, to admit light or fresh air.

a)

clerestory

b)

capital

c)

pylon

d)

akroteria

50.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a monumental gateway of an Egyptian temple.

a)

pylon

b)

post and lintel

c)

apadana

d)

agora

51.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: two-faced conjoined twins (incompletely separated identical twins).

a)

diprosopus

b)

kore

c)

kouros

d)

pathos

52.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: of or relating to the walls of a cavity.

a)

parietal

b)

pediment

c)

narrative

d)

drum

53.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: an artistic likeness or image.

a)

representation

b)

capital

c)

akroteria

d)

symposium

54.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: convention of representation in which part of a figure is shown in profile and another part of the same figure is shown frontally.

a)

twisted perspective

b)

archaic smile

c)

narrative

d)

faience

55.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: the realm of the dead in ancient Egyptian mythology.

a)

Duat

b)

Amarna

c)

Book of the Dead

d)

Agora

56.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a meeting or conference for the discussion of some subject, especially where several speakers talk on or discuss before an audience.

a)

symposium

b)

agora

c)

narrative

d)

apadana

57.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: an Assyrian protective deity, often depicted as having a human head, the body of a bull or lion, and bird wings.

a)

lamassu

b)

kouros

c)

kore

d)

ankh

58.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a story or account of events, experiences, or the like, whether true or fictitious.

a)

narrative

b)

pathos

c)

archaic smile

d)

capital

59.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a sculpted representation of a young man, especially one produced prior to the 5th century b.c.

a)

kouros

b)

kore

c)

chiton

d)

peplos

60.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: conventional representation of the mouth characterized by slightly upturned corners of the lips, found especially on Greek sculpture prior to the 5th century b.c.

a)

archaic smile

b)

twisted perspective

c)

pathos

d)

faience

61.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a gown or tunic, with or without sleeves, worn by both sexes in ancient Greece.

a)

chiton

b)

peplos

c)

kline

d)

drum

62.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: painted with wax colors fixed with heat, or with any process in which colors are burned in.

a)

encaustic

b)

faience

c)

terracotta

d)

pediment

63.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a sculpted representation of a young woman, especially one produced prior to the 5th century b.c.

a)

kore

b)

kouros

c)

peplos

d)

kline

64.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a loose-fitting outer garment worn, draped in folds, by women in ancient Greece.

a)

peplos

b)

chiton

c)

kore

d)

agora

65.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: rectangular Greek couches, made for reclining while eating.

a)

kline

b)

apadana

c)

drum

d)

capital

66.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a glazed or unglazed fired clay used especially for statuettes and vases and architectural purposes.

a)

terra-cotta

b)

faience

c)

encaustic

d)

akroteria

67.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: chief marketplace of Athens, center of the city's civic life.

a)

agora

b)

apadana

c)

pylon

d)

symposium

68.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: the great hall in an ancient Persian palace.

a)

apadana

b)

agora

c)

capital

d)

pylon

69.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: the distinct top section, usually decorative, of a column or pillar.

a)

capital

b)

drum

c)

pediment

d)

akroteria

70.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: sculptures that adorn the roof of a temple.

a)

akroteria

b)

pediment

c)

capital

d)

kline

71.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: cylinder stone blocks composing a column that is not a monolith.

a)

drum

b)

capital

c)

pylon

d)

kouros

72.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: an element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion.

a)

pathos

b)

narrative

c)

archaic smile

d)

symposium

73.

Select the correct term that matches the definition: a triangular space that forms the gable of a low-pitched roof and that is usually filled with relief sculpture in classical architecture.

a)

pediment

b)

akroteria

c)

capital

d)

pylon

74.

Which term matches the definition: a colonnade surrounding a building or court, an open space enclosed by a colonnade.

a)

peristyle

b)

façade

c)

pinakotheke

d)

stylobate

75.

Which term matches the definition: the passage to an ancient Egyptian or Mycenean subterranean tomb.

a)

dromos

b)

torana

c)

krater

d)

genre

76.

Which term matches the definition: a position of the depicted human body in which twisting of the vertical axis results in hips, shoulders, and head turned in different directions.

a)

contrapposto

b)

pugilist

c)

veristic

d)

gravitas

77.

Which term matches the definition: having columns at each end only.

a)

amphipro-style

b)

peristyle

c)

atrium

d)

impluvium

78.

Which term matches the definition: a draped female figure supporting an entablature.

a)

caryatid

b)

yakshi

c)

chatra

d)

pax augusta

79.

Which term matches the definition: sculpture made out of gold and ivory.

a)

chryseleph-antine

b)

tesserae

c)

tufa

d)

bi

80.

Which term matches the definition: the front of a building.

a)

façade

b)

ground line

c)

pinakotheke

d)

stylobate

81.

Which term matches the definition: a picture gallery in either ancient Greek or ancient Rome.

a)

pinakotheke

b)

tablinium

c)

atrium

d)

genre

82.

Which term matches the definition: a continuous flat base supporting a row of architectural columns.

a)

stylobate

b)

façade

c)

peristyle

d)

cantilevering

83.

Which term matches the definition: painting that depicts scenes or events from everyday life usually realistically.

a)

genre

b)

red figure pottery

c)

veristic

d)

imagines

84.

Which term matches the definition: a style of Greek vase painting that was invented in Athens around 530 BC that is characterized by drawn red figures and a painted black background.

a)

red figure pottery

b)

tesserae

c)

krater

d)

pax augusta

85.

Which term matches the definition: large vessel usually used for diluting wine with water.

a)

krater

b)

bi

c)

cestus

d)

impluvium

86.

Which term matches the definition: in Hindu religion, the embodiment of kingship. Takes on the shape of tiered umbrellas on the top of the stupa.

a)

chatra

b)

torana

c)

harmika

d)

yakshi

87.

Which term matches the definition: to circle on foot, especially ritualistically.

a)

circum-ambulate

b)

cantilevering

c)

vanishing point

d)

ground line

88.

Which term matches the definition: a square fence-like enclosure which indicates heaven on the top of a stupa.

a)

harmika

b)

chatra

c)

torana

d)

peristyle

89.

Which term matches the definition: the force generated by a person's actions held in Hinduism and Buddhism to determine the nature of the person's next existence.

a)

karma

b)

gravitas

c)

pax augusta

d)

veristic

90.

Which term matches the definition: a gateway consisting of two upright pillars carrying one to three transverse lintels often carved with symbolic sculpture, approach to Buddhist temples in India.

a)

torana

b)

dromos

c)

façade

d)

atrium

91.

Which term matches the definition: female earth spirit, portrayed as wide hipped voluptuous woman who can cause a tree to bear fruit simply by touching it with her foot.

a)

yakshi

b)

caryatid

c)

pugilist

d)

patrician

92.

Which term matches the definition: a porous rock formed as a deposit from springs or streams.

a)

tufa

b)

tesserae

c)

bi

d)

krater

93.

Which term matches the definition: circular ancient Chinese artifact made in jade or glass.

a)

bi

b)

cestus

c)

imagines

d)

pinakotheke

94.

Which term matches the definition: projecting beam or member supported at only one end.

a)

cantilevering

b)

stylobate

c)

peristyle

d)

impluvium

95.

Which term matches the definition: an ancient boxing glove made with leather strips and sometimes filled with iron plates or fitted with blades or spikes.

a)

cestus

b)

pugilist

c)

gravitas

d)

caryatid

96.

Which term matches the definition: a boxer, especially a professional one.

a)

pugilist

b)

patrician

c)

yakshi

d)

contrapposto

97.

Which term matches the definition: dignity, seriousness, or solemnity of manner.

a)

gravitas

b)

karma

c)

genre

d)

pax augusta

98.

Which term matches the definition: death masks of notable ancestors that were kept and displayed by the family.

a)

imagines

b)

veristic

c)

tesserae

d)

fauces

99.

Which term matches the definition: an aristocrat or nobleman.

a)

patrician

b)

pugilist

c)

pax augusta

d)

krater

100.

Which term matches the definition: extremely or strictly naturalistic.

a)

veristic

b)

genre

c)

façade

d)

ground line

101.

Which term matches the definition: large open air or skylight covered space surrounded by a building.

a)

atrium

b)

peristyle

c)

tablinium

d)

impluvium

102.

Which term matches the definition: narrow passages on either side of the tablinium, allowing access to the atrium or peristyle.

a)

fauces

b)

imagines

c)

tufa

d)

torana

103.

Which term matches the definition: sunken part of the atrium in a Greek or Roman house, designed to carry rainwater coming through the roof.

a)

impluvium

b)

atrium

c)

stylobate

d)

pinakotheke

104.

Which term matches the definition: room situated on one side of the atrium opposite the entrance.

a)

tablinium

b)

pinakotheke

c)

peristyle

d)

façade

105.

Which term matches the definition: a line drawn to signify the surface of the ground.

a)

ground line

b)

vanishing point

c)

linear perspective

d)

pax augusta

106.

Which term matches the definition: a system of creating an illusion of depth on a flat surface.

a)

linear perspective

b)

contrapposto

c)

cantilevering

d)

genre

107.

Which term matches the definition: the point at which receding parallel lines viewed in perspective appear to converge.

a)

vanishing point

b)

ground line

c)

impluvium

d)

tesserae

108.

Which term matches the definition: long period of relative peace and minimal military expansion under Caesar Augustus.

a)

pax augusta

b)

gravitas

c)

karma

d)

imagines

109.

Which term matches the definition: a small piece of marble, glass, or tile used in mosaic work.

a)

tesserae

b)

krater

c)

bi

d)

cestus

110.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a carved tablet representing a scroll with rolled up ends used ornamentally or bearing an inscription.

a)

cartouche

b)

rosette

c)

coffer

d)

codex

111.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a rectangular column, especially one projecting from a wall.

a)

pilaster

b)

pier

c)

column

d)

buttress

112.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a large awning used in ancient Rome to cover an amphitheater against the weather.

a)

velarium

b)

ambulatory

c)

apse

d)

basilica

113.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a large semicircular recess inside a building with an arched or domed roof.

a)

apse

b)

nave

c)

narthex

d)

rotunda

114.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a vault forming a half cylinder.

a)

barrel vault

b)

groin vault

c)

pendentive

d)

octafoilate

115.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: produced by the intersection at right angles of two barrel vaults.

a)

groin vault

b)

barrel vault

c)

pendentive

d)

oculus

116.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a solid support designed to sustain vertical pressure.

a)

pier

b)

pilaster

c)

buttress

d)

column

117.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: single room shop covered by a barrel vault within indoor markets of ancient Rome, windows above to let light into storage.

a)

taberna

b)

basilica

c)

gallery

d)

kiva

118.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a series of sunken panels in the shape of a square, rectangle, or octagon in a ceiling or vault.

a)

coffer

b)

oculus

c)

apse

d)

rosette

119.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a round or eye-like opening or design.

a)

oculus

b)

rosette

c)

fibula

d)

nave

120.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: an imitation of a rose used as an ornament in decoration.

a)

rosette

b)

cartouche

c)

paten

d)

chalice

121.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a round building or room, especially one with a dome.

a)

rotunda

b)

basilica

c)

transept

d)

gallery

122.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: an underground cemetery consisting of a subterranean gallery with recesses for tombs.

a)

catacomb

b)

crypt

c)

loculi

d)

kiva

123.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: an architectural compartment or niche that houses a body.

a)

loculi

b)

cella

c)

apse

d)

paten

124.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a place for walking, a covered passage.

a)

ambulatory

b)

aisle

c)

gallery

d)

narthex

125.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a plan that incorporates two or more angular changes of direction, characteristic of Sumerian architecture.

a)

bent-axis approach

b)

axial approach

c)

processional way

d)

orthogonal grid

126.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: the frequently hidden inner part of a Greek or Roman temple that housed the image of the deity.

a)

cella

b)

apse

c)

nave

d)

transept

127.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: an ancient Mesopotamian temple tower consisting of a lofty pyramidal structure built in successive stages with outside staircases and a shrine on top.

a)

ziggurat

b)

minaret

c)

rotunda

d)

basilica

128.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a large oblong hall or building with double colonnades and a semicircular apse used in ancient Rome as a court of law.

a)

basilica

b)

rotunda

c)

apse

d)

nave

129.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a passageway on either side of the nave that is separated by colonnades or arcades.

a)

aisle

b)

ambulatory

c)

gallery

d)

narthex

130.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: in early Christian or Byzantine basilicas and churches, an entrance or lobby area at the west end opposite the main altar.

a)

narthex

b)

nave

c)

transept

d)

apse

131.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a central and principal part of a Christian church, extending from the entrance to the transepts or chancel area.

a)

nave

b)

aisle

c)

narthex

d)

gallery

132.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: transverse part of a building which lies across the main body, in churches crosswise to the nave.

a)

transept

b)

apse

c)

nave

d)

choir

133.

Select the liturgical object that matches the definition: a large cup or goblet, typically used for drinking wine.

a)

chalice

b)

paten

c)

vessel

d)

ampulla

134.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: repurposed building stone for new construction elsewhere.

a)

spolia

b)

vellum

c)

coffer

d)

fibula

135.

Select the liturgical object that matches the definition: a plate, typically made of gold or silver, used for holding the bread during the Eucharist.

a)

paten

b)

chalice

c)

reliquary

d)

ampulla

136.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a chamber, built wholly or partly underground, used by Pueblo Indians for religious rites.

a)

kiva

b)

catacomb

c)

crypt

d)

cella

137.

Select the manuscript-related term that matches the definition: an ancient manuscript text in book form.

a)

codex

b)

vellum

c)

cartouche

d)

gallery

138.

Select the manuscript-related term that matches the definition: fine parchment made originally from the skin of a calf.

a)

vellum

b)

codex

c)

papyrus

d)

paten

139.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a covered passageway that is open at one side, a narrow balcony running the length of the wall.

a)

gallery

b)

aisle

c)

ambulatory

d)

narthex

140.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: eight-sided architectural plan.

a)

octafoilate

b)

rotunda

c)

pendentive

d)

groin vault

141.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: a tall, slender tower that is a significant feature of every mosque, surrounded by projecting gallery where muezzin calls people to prayer.

a)

minaret

b)

ziggurat

c)

tower keep

d)

belfry

142.

Select the term that matches the definition: the person who proclaims the call to the daily prayer five times a day at a mosque.

a)

muezzin

b)

imam

c)

mufti

d)

dervish

143.

Select the architectural term that matches the definition: constructive device permitting the placing of a circular dome over a square or rectangular room.

a)

pendentive

b)

groin vault

c)

rib

d)

buttress

144.

Select the decorative-art term that matches the definition: decorative work in which enamel, glass, or gemstones are separated by strips of flattened wire placed edgeways on metal backing.

a)

cloisonné

b)

intaglio

c)

filigree

d)

niello

145.

Select the artifact term that matches the definition: a piece of jewelry used to fasten clothing, in some cases purely for decoration.

a)

fibula

b)

paten

c)

brooch

d)

ring

146.

Select the term that matches the definition: cross or be crossed intricately together; interweave.

a)

interlace

b)

parchment

c)

nimbus

d)

axis mundi

147.

Select the term that matches the definition: a stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal and used as a durable writing surface.

a)

parchment

b)

scriptoria

c)

stele

d)

kiswa

148.

Select the term that matches the definition: a luminous cloud or halo surrounding a supernatural being or saint.

a)

nimbus

b)

mihrab

c)

iwan

d)

qibla

149.

Select the term that matches the definition: tubes with square cross-section and circular hole, often used in burial ceremonies.

a)

cong

b)

muqarnas

c)

mandapa

d)

garbhagriha

150.

Select the term that matches the definition: world center, connection between heaven and earth.

a)

axis mundi

b)

hajj

c)

tawaf

d)

aniconic