Which of these statements is true of Romanesque Cistercian architecture?
a) As a style of architecture it represented a rejection of Judaic heritage by Christians of the Middle Ages.
b) Its characteristics were defined by papal edict from Rome to be copied closely from church to church throughout Europe.
c) It developed significant technological innovations in construction in contrast to building practices of the past
d) It is sparse and ascetic, not containing any sculptural ornamentation, frescoes, or mosaics.
Answer : It is sparse and ascetic, not containing any sculptural ornamentation, frescoes, or mosaics.
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