Question 1
Which historic fortress in Sri Lanka is famous for its 5th-century mirror wall, frescoes of celestial maidens, and advanced water gardens built by King Kasyapa?
Correct Answer:
Sigiriya Rock Fortress
Question 2
The Ruwanwelisaya stupa in Anuradhapura is structurally designed to represent which of the following classical Buddhist dome shapes?
Correct Answer:
Bubble shape (Bubbulakara)
Question 3
Which of the following describes a 'Tampita Vihara' in traditional Sri Lankan temple architecture?
Correct Answer:
A temple raised on short stone pillars to protect from moisture and termites
Question 4
What is the primary characteristic of the traditional Kandyan roof design found in historical public buildings like the Audience Hall (Magul Maduwa) in Kandy?
Correct Answer:
Double-pitched, steep overhanging timber roofs with flat clay tiles (peti-ulu)
Question 5
Which colonial power originally built the initial fortification wall at Galle, which was later extensively expanded and rebuilt with stone bastions by the Dutch?
Correct Answer:
The Portuguese
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