Greek Civilization and Art Quiz
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During which period did Greek civilization develop its full potential in philosophy, literature, mathematics, athletics, and the arts?

  • Prehistoric Period
  • Hellenistic Period
  • Archaic Period
  • Classical Period (correct)
  • Which period of Ancient Greek Art was known for its gradual experimentation and was dominated by Egyptian influence?

  • Archaic Period (correct)
  • Prehistoric Period
  • Classical Period
  • Hellenistic Period
  • What is the term used to describe the Ancient Greek gods assuming human forms and characteristics?

  • Monotheistic
  • Monolithic
  • Polytheism
  • Anthropomorphic (correct)
  • Which type of art was in decline during the Hellenistic Period of Ancient Greek Art?

    <p>Architecture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the five main forms in which Ancient Greek Art excelled?

    <p>Architecture, Sculpture, Painting, Pottery, and Jewelry-making</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the Greek gods embody according to their religion?

    <p>Myths or supernatural persons embodying popular ideas on natural or social experience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period did pottery decorations become more figurative and included animals, human figures, and zoomorphs?

    <p>Archaic Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pottery was made with drawings in black silhouette and marked with incised detail?

    <p>Black-figure pottery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What material was commonly used for sculpting figures during the Classical Period?

    <p>Bronze</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which order of columns is characterized by a scroll-like design or spirals, and a base?

    <p>Ionic order</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which architectural structure is considered the greatest monument of the Golden Age of Athens?

    <p>The Parthenon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What painting technique used a mixture of egg, paint, and water?

    <p>Encaustic painting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period did the popularity of ceramics and vases decline in both quality and artistic merit?

    <p>Classical Period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At which location was the highpoint of ancient Greek architecture arguably reached?

    <p>The Acropolis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'Contrapposto' was introduced in which art form?

    <p>Sculpture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of pottery introduced the white-ground technique?

    <p>White-ground pottery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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