1st Period Day 3 Presentations

Why is the arch such an effective shape?

• It actually isn't; a traditional wall and ceiling is better.
• It compresses the molecules of the hanging section together, giving it more stability.
• It's better only because it's cheaper to make.
• It directs all of the downward forces into one point on the ground.

Of the following, which material was NOT commonly used in Roman architecture?

• Pozzolana (volcanic ash)
• Water
• Marble
• Aluminum

Which of these styles was NOT one of the three main inspirations of Roman architecture?

• Corinthian
• Gothic
• Doric
• Ionic

What is the type of pillar that served no structural purpose and rather served a decorative one in Roman architecture?

• Engaged Columns
• Quasi-Columns
• Stanchion
• Baluster

Which is NOT a reason as to why arches began to proliferate in Roman architecture?

• It allowed for more area within a building than pillars did.
• It allowed structures to better resist weakness with age.
• Arches were actually weaker, but only proliferated because they were easier to make.
• It allowed for stronger structural support due to how it distributes the forces bearing down on it.

What gaurdianship were women under?

• Father
• Uncle
• Brother
• Mother

What usually happened to Roman children if they were not wanted?

• they were always kept
• adoption
• Exposure
• sickness

when were rich girls allowed to attend school?

• All the time
• never
• for the first year with their brothers
• for five years

Who controlled the slaves?

• Men
• No one
• children
• Women

Who nursed to children?

• mother
• aunt
• wet nurse
• Slaves