What type of church was most commonly constructed in the Byzantine Empire?
A) The Basilica-plan
B) One with a dome and a vertical focus
C) One with a long rectangular nave and side aisles
D) One based on the plan of Old St. Peter's

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The most commonly constructed church in the Byzantine Empire was one with a dome and a vertical focus, known as a Byzantine-style church. These churches were typically centrally planned with a dome or multiple domes, and had an emphasis on verticality to create a sense of awe and transcendence. The basilica-plan (A) was more common in early Christian architecture, while the long rectangular nave and side aisles (C) were more common in Gothic architecture. The plan of Old St. Peter's (D) was influential in early church architecture but was not the most common type of church in the Byzantine Empire.

What Type of Church Was Most Commonly Constructed in the Byzantine