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Which architectural style is characterized by the use of Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, shallow reliefs on facades, and a simple, strongly geometric composition?
Which architectural style is characterized by the use of Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, shallow reliefs on facades, and a simple, strongly geometric composition?
- Gothic Revival
- Neoclassicism (correct)
- Beaux-Arts Eclecticism
- Revivalist Architecture
Which architectural style revived the spirit and forms of Gothic architecture and remained the accepted style for churches in the U.S. into the 20th century?
Which architectural style revived the spirit and forms of Gothic architecture and remained the accepted style for churches in the U.S. into the 20th century?
- Revivalist Architecture
- Neoclassicism
- Gothic Revival (correct)
- Beaux-Arts Eclecticism
Which building is an example of Neoclassic style with native American materials?
Which building is an example of Neoclassic style with native American materials?
- Second Bank of the United States
- Monticello (correct)
- Paris Opera House
- The US Capitol Building
Which architectural style is characterized by symmetrical plans, eclectic use of architectural features, and often gives a massive, elaborate, and ostentatious effect?
Which architectural style is characterized by symmetrical plans, eclectic use of architectural features, and often gives a massive, elaborate, and ostentatious effect?
Which movement is characterized by monumentally placed buildings, grand promenades, spacious plazas, and classical sculpture in urban planning?
Which movement is characterized by monumentally placed buildings, grand promenades, spacious plazas, and classical sculpture in urban planning?
Which architectural style is characterized by symmetrical plans, eclectic use of architectural features, and often gives a massive, elaborate, and ostentatious effect?
Which architectural style is characterized by symmetrical plans, eclectic use of architectural features, and often gives a massive, elaborate, and ostentatious effect?
Which architectural style revived the spirit and forms of Gothic architecture and remained the accepted style for churches in the U.S. into the 20th century?
Which architectural style revived the spirit and forms of Gothic architecture and remained the accepted style for churches in the U.S. into the 20th century?
What is a characteristic of Neoclassicism in architecture?
What is a characteristic of Neoclassicism in architecture?
Which building is an example of Neoclassic style with native American materials?
Which building is an example of Neoclassic style with native American materials?
What architectural style is characterized by the revival of using Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, simple, strongly geometric composition, and shallow reliefs on facades?
What architectural style is characterized by the revival of using Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, simple, strongly geometric composition, and shallow reliefs on facades?
Study Notes
Architectural Styles
- Neoclassic style is characterized by the use of Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, shallow reliefs on facades, and a simple, strongly geometric composition.
Neoclassicism in Architecture
- A characteristic of Neoclassicism is the revival of using Greek and Roman orders as decorative motifs, simple, strongly geometric composition, and shallow reliefs on facades.
- The Neoclassic style is exemplified in the White House, which is built with native American materials.
Gothic Revival
- The Gothic Revival style revived the spirit and forms of Gothic architecture and remained the accepted style for churches in the U.S. into the 20th century.
Eclectic Architecture
- The Eclectic style is characterized by symmetrical plans, eclectic use of architectural features, and often gives a massive, elaborate, and ostentatious effect.
City Beautiful Movement
- The City Beautiful movement is characterized by monumentally placed buildings, grand promenades, spacious plazas, and classical sculpture in urban planning.
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Test your knowledge of architectural styles with this quiz on Neoclassicism, Greek Revival, and Gothic Revival. Learn about the distinct characteristics and famous buildings associated with each revivalist style.
