The Pagoda, a Typical East Asian Buddhist Structure, Developed by Combining

question 34

Multiple Choice

The pagoda, a typical East Asian Buddhist structure, developed by combining the multi-storied stupa from India with what architectural form from China?

• A) Han palace courtyards
• B) Han watchtowers
• C) elaborate bracketing systems
• D) a bay system of construction

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Definitions:

Volcanic Breccia

A type of rock composed of large volcanic fragments, often formed during explosive volcanic eruptions.

Pyroclastic Flow

A fast-moving current of hot gas and volcanic materials (such as ash and lava fragments) that flows along the ground after an eruption, capable of causing destruction.

Flow-Banded Obsidian

A type of obsidian characterized by the alignment of mineral grains or layers along the flow direction of the lava.

Viscous Lava

Lava that has a high silica content resulting in a thick, slow-flowing consistency.