USA HISTORY

FIRST CONTACTS 28000 BCE 1821 CE

EFFECTS OF EUROPEAN COLONIZATION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country had the greatest influence on the architecture in the southwest region of the United States?
A
England
B
Spain
C
France
D
Russia
E
Portugal
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Major Influences on Spanish Architecture Muslim invasions, the rise of Christian religion, the Renaissance, and other foreign influences have transformed Spanish architecture throughout history. Spain has managed to blend its traditional structures with modernity in cities including Barcelona, Bilbao, and Granada.

Detailed explanation-2: -La Sagrada Familia is perhaps the most famous building in Spain. It’s located in Barcelona and has been under construction since 1882. Antonio Gaudí is the designer behind the structure’s impressive architecture.

Detailed explanation-3: -Moorish Architecture The remains of Moorish castles and mosques exist mainly in the south of Spain, where the Moors first settled. The Moors decorated the ceilings of their buildings with delicate carvings, and their brick, stone, and marble walls with geometric patterns.

Detailed explanation-4: -Spanish Mission style is known for arched openings at windows, entries, and arcades. Roofs that do have overhangs typically expose rafters at the eaves. Unlike the Spanish Colonial Revival, the Spanish Mission style has very little decorative detailing.

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