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Book Link: https://archive.org/details/richard-ingersoll-world-architecture-a-cross- cultural-history/page/v/mode/2up Questions - Select ONE of the following: A. In what ways did architectural cultures we have studied engage with the cosmos? Were there common practices that

transcend time and geographic locations? Reference specific projects to explain your answer. B. In Modules 1-4 we saw examples of symbolism in a variety of places, including cities, buildings, theories, and objects. Identify and explain three examples of symbolism in any of the above categories. For each example, explain what it is, where it's located, who created it, and what it symbolizes (one paragraph for each example). Are there any commonalities among your three examples? If so, explain why they exist. If not, explain why you think there are no commonalities. Questions - Select ONE of the following: C. Religion played an important role in shaping architecture and urbanism outlook of various cultures. Explain this role comparing and contrasting the three major built cultures we covered thus far (Olmec, Greco/Roman, Chinese). D. A theme that repeated across the modules we have studied thus far is how the designed environment (architecture and urbanism) engaged with nature. Explain the different attitudes to incorporating elements of nature among Harapan, Aegean, and pre-contact American architecture. Support your answers with specific examples. E. Select and explain three historical instances where technology influenced the designed environment. Support your answers with specific examples. Format: Select one question from A-B and one from C-E. You will answer two questions total. The answer to each question should be in 600 words (+/- 50). Write in full sentences and paragraphs paying attention to spelling and grammar. Bullet points and/or outlines will not be accepted as an answer. Use proper and consistent citation. Submit your answers through Canvas. See below for instructions on submission. Sources: Your answer must be supported by scholarly published materials such as your textbook (Ingersoll textbook). 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Reference chapters are mentioned which you can find on the book (link is provide). re to search MODULE 1 MODULE 2 MODULE 3 MODULE 4 Date Aug. 23 Aug. 25 Aug. 30 Sept. 1 Sept. 6 Sept. 8 Sept. 13 Sept. 15 Sept. 20 Sept. 22 Sept. 27 Sept. 29 Oct. 4 Oct. 6 Oct. 11 Oct. 13 Oct. 18 Oct. 20 Discussion Groups None 1-3 4-6 7-9 None 1-3 B 4-6 7-9 ASSESSMENT DAY NO CLASSES None 1-3 4-6 7-9 None 1-3 4-6 7-9 None Lecture Topic Introduction Prehistory Mesopotamia/SW Asia/Achaemenid Persia Old and New Kingdom Egypt MODULE 1 REVIEW SESSION Biblical Jerusalem Indus Valley/Mauryan India The Aegean Sea Classical Architecture MODULE 2 REVIEW SESSION The Greek City-State Ancient Rome Ancient China MODULE 3 REVIEW SESSION Ancient Mexico Mayan Pre-Contact America MODULE 4 REVIEW SESSION Textbook Sections Preface 1.1-1.3 2.1, 4.1 2.2, 3.2 3.3 2.3, 4.3 3.1 None 4.2 5.1 5.2, 7.2 5.3 7.3 10.3 Notes Quiz 1 Quiz 2 Midterm Exam posted 72°F Sunny

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