Ancient Greece: Architecture and Orders

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Which one of the following Classical orders of architecture is described as the most elaborate?

  • Tuscan Order
  • Corinthian Order (correct)
  • Ionic Order
  • Doric Order

What was the main purpose of Greek temples?

  • To provide a space for ritual sacrifices
  • To display the wealth of the city-state
  • To serve as earthly homes for the gods (correct)
  • To serve as grand halls for public gatherings

Which Greek god was associated with fire, wisdom, and craftsmanship?

  • Hephaestus (correct)
  • Athena
  • Ares
  • Poseidon

How did the design of Greek temples differ from that of Egyptian temples?

<p>Greek temples were designed to be more impressive from the outside, while Egyptian temples were more focused on the interior (B)</p>
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What is the term for the carved reliefs that adorn the exterior of Greek temples?

<p>Metope (C)</p>
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Why did the Greeks limit access to their temples?

<p>To allow only the most important citizens to worship (A)</p>
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What is the primary purpose of the peristyle in a Greek temple?

<p>To surround the cella with a row of columns (B)</p>
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What is the name of the goddess to whom the Temple of Hera I was dedicated?

<p>Hera (A)</p>
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What material was used for the roof of a typical Greek temple?

<p>Terracotta with wood beams and rafters (D)</p>
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What is the term for the innermost room of a Greek temple, where the cult statue of the god was placed?

<p>Cella (C)</p>
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Which Greek architectural order is characterized by columns that swell in the middle and taper at the top?

<p>Doric (D)</p>
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What is the name of the famous citadel in Athens that was home to the Parthenon?

<p>The Acropolis (D)</p>
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What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes the Doric order from other architectural orders?

<p>The absence of a base and a simple capital (B)</p>
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Which of the following temples is an example of the Ionic order?

<p>The Temple of Athena Nike (A)</p>
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What is a key difference between Greek and Egyptian architecture?

<p>The use of columns in Greek architecture (D)</p>
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What is the most complex of the three Greek architectural orders?

<p>Corinthian (B)</p>
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Ionic order?

<p>The use of simple capitals (D)</p>
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What is the term for the study of the proportions and aesthetic details of ancient Greek architecture?

<p>Architectural Orders (C)</p>
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