Early Medieval Art II Answers

Kells was located on the mainland of ___________.a.Scotlandb.Irelandc.Englandd.Germany

Which of the following is the most famous of the Carolingian manuscripts?a.Book of Kellsb.the gospels of Charlemagnec.the Utrecht Psalterd.none of the above

What feature do both the Utrecht Psalter and the Ebbo Gospel possess?a.ink drawings with linear energyb.ink drawings with a tranquil feelc.ink drawings with textured.none of these

Which of the following characteristics is unique to Ottonian manuscripts?a.They conveyed a sense of spirituality and deep felt emotion.b.Gesture and gaze conveyed the meaning.c.They had high intellectual and artistic qualities.d.all of the above

What role did Monasteries play in the world of art ? a. The monks and nuns would contact the places to display the illuminated manuscripts. b. Monasteries were the centers of art and learning. c. The monks and nuns would find artists and bring them to the monasteries to use their talents. d. none of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What is an illuminated manuscript?a.text that is supplemented with decorated initials with miniature illustrationsb.writings that are displayed with lights to show off their beautyc.manuscripts that were considered to be blessed by saintsd.all of the above

What is another name used for the Utrecht Psalter?a.New Testament Book of Psalmsb.Old Testament Book of Psalmsc.Book of Gospelsd.none of these

How did the Viking invasion affect the monasteries?a.The monks fought back but could not win against the strong Vikings.b.The Vikings stole all the manuscripts from the monasteries.c.Vikings took over the monasteries and burned them down.d.In 806, the monks from Iona fled to Kells for safety.

Where did some of the paints and materials come from to create the Book of Kells?a.Perub.Kenyac.Afghanistand.Somalia

Who worked on the illuminated manuscripts?a.four scribes and three major illuminatorsb.each monk would do an entire manuscriptc.one scribe and one illuminatord.none of these