Early Medieval Art I

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of Ottonian architecture?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 2

The Vikings were seamen from which of the following countries?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

all of the above

Question 3

What part of a ship is the prow?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the most forward part of a ship’s bow

Question 4

What were the “gripping beasts?”

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the intertwined animals carved on the bow and stern of viking boats

Question 5

The church pictured above is an example of Ottonian architecture. Which of the following churches is shown in this picture?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the church of Saint Cyriakus

Question 6

Which of the following is a traditional type of Scandinavian architecture?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

both of these

Question 7

What decorative features were used on the prow of the Oseberg ship?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a spiral ending in a serpent head

Early Medieval Art I Answers