Question

look at the picture of st. basil’s cathedral in russia, built in the 1500s. how does the architecture of this russian church reflect the influence of the byzantine empire? the use of a variety of colors reflects the influence of the byzantine empire. the onion - shaped domes reflect the influence of the byzantine empire. the intricate detailing of a variety of patterns reflects the influence of the byzantine empire. the number of towers surrounding the center tower reflects the influence of the byzantine empire.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze the architectural influence of the Byzantine Empire on St. Basil’s Cathedral. The Byzantine Empire’s architectural influence on Russian churches is notably seen in the use of onion - shaped domes. The use of various colors, intricate patterns, and the number of surrounding towers are not characteristic features of Byzantine architectural influence on this cathedral.

Answer:

The onion - shaped domes reflect the influence of the Byzantine Empire.