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 (D)</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 (A)</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 (C)</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 (D)</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 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Bronze (D)</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 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Encaustic painting (D)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

'Contrapposto' was introduced in which art form?

<p>Sculpture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of pottery introduced the white-ground technique?

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

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