How roman is romanesque?

Question

this is an essay i have to do relating to architecture.

Answer 1

That's a very vague question, so I'm afraid I'll have to give a vague answer.

It is quite Roman.

You'll have to do some research of Classical Roman architecture, then compare it to the architecture from the Romanesque period. Trust me, you'll find some similarities.

Answer 2

it means in the roman style. it was primarily an architectural style that occurred in the latter days of the medieval period, after the first millenium. the style was adopted after bishops who were inspired by the magnificence of ancient roman art and architecture.