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Which architectural feature was not a key characteristic of Ancient Greek architecture?
Which architectural feature was not a key characteristic of Ancient Greek architecture?
- Peristasis
- Proportion and geometry
- Trabeated system
- Vaults and domes (correct)
Which of the following architectural orders was not used in Ancient Greek architecture?
Which of the following architectural orders was not used in Ancient Greek architecture?
- Corinthian
- Tuscan (correct)
- Doric
- Ionic
What was a key difference between Ancient Greek and Ancient Roman architecture?
What was a key difference between Ancient Greek and Ancient Roman architecture?
- Ancient Roman architecture did not use the classical orders
- Ancient Greek architecture did not focus on monumentality
- Ancient Greek architecture focused more on proportion and symmetry
- Ancient Roman architecture utilized the arch, vault, and dome more extensively (correct)
What were the three core principles that guided Ancient Roman architecture, according to the passage?
What were the three core principles that guided Ancient Roman architecture, according to the passage?
Which of the following was a new architectural order developed by the Ancient Romans?
Which of the following was a new architectural order developed by the Ancient Romans?
What was the primary purpose of the peristasis in Ancient Greek architecture?
What was the primary purpose of the peristasis in Ancient Greek architecture?
Which architect is widely regarded as the most influential individual in the history of Western architecture?
Which architect is widely regarded as the most influential individual in the history of Western architecture?
Which architectural style is derived from the designs of Andrea Palladio?
Which architectural style is derived from the designs of Andrea Palladio?
What did Palladio's architecture strongly base itself on?
What did Palladio's architecture strongly base itself on?
What is the name of Palladio's famous architectural treatise published in 1570?
What is the name of Palladio's famous architectural treatise published in 1570?
Which architect wrote the influential book 'Regola delli cinque ordini d'architettura'?
Which architect wrote the influential book 'Regola delli cinque ordini d'architettura'?
What did Vignola's influential book present a system for constructing?
What did Vignola's influential book present a system for constructing?
Which ancient Roman architect wrote the influential work 'De Architectura' on architectural theory?
Which ancient Roman architect wrote the influential work 'De Architectura' on architectural theory?
According to Vitruvius, what three qualities must a structure exhibit?
According to Vitruvius, what three qualities must a structure exhibit?
Which architectural style was an adaptation and refinement of Roman Architecture?
Which architectural style was an adaptation and refinement of Roman Architecture?
What was a distinguishing feature of Romanesque Architecture?
What was a distinguishing feature of Romanesque Architecture?
Which architectural element enabled the development of the vault and the dome?
Which architectural element enabled the development of the vault and the dome?
Which region and period is associated with Byzantine Architecture?
Which region and period is associated with Byzantine Architecture?
