Unit Test #2 - Review

Which of the following is not one of the three main Greek orders of columns?

• Classical

• Corinthian

• Doric

• Ionic

Answer explanation

The three main Greek orders of columns are Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian. These are styles of architecture characterized by their proportions and distinctive traits. The Classical order is not among them, which makes it the correct option for the question asking which is not a Greek order of column.

On which continent is Greece located?

• Asia

• Africa

• Europe

• Eurasia

Answer explanation

Greece, officially known as the Hellenic Republic, is located in the southeastern part of Europe. It is situated at the southern end of the Balkan Peninsula. Although Greece has numerous islands, the mainland of the country is part of the European continent. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is 'Europe'.

Who was the Greek goddess of war?

• Hera

• Athena

• Demeter

• Ares

Answer explanation

Athena is the correct answer. In Greek mythology, Athena was the goddess of wisdom and war. While Ares was also a god of war, he represented the physical and violent aspect of war, whereas Athena represented strategic warfare. Hera and Demeter, on the other hand, were not associated with war.

This is an example of an idealistic Greek sculpture. What does it mean?

• It is done in a way that shows the expression and flaws of the person.

• It shows an example of the "perfect person".

Answer explanation

Idealistic Greek sculpture refers to the artistic style during the Classical Greek period where artists aimed to represent an idealized form of beauty, often portraying the 'perfect person'. This style focused on physical perfection, rather than expressing individual character or flaws. Therefore, the statement 'This is an example of idealistic Greek sculpture' means it 'shows an example of the "perfect person"'.

This is an example of the _____________ order of columns.

• Ionic

• Doric

• Corinthian

Answer explanation

The answer is 'Corinthian'. The question refers to the order of columns and Corinthian is one of the three orders of classical architecture, the other two being Doric and Ionic. Corinthian is distinguished by its ornate, decorative capitals.

The Greeks developed many things that we still use today.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement in the question is True. The ancient Greeks did indeed develop many things that we still use today. They made significant advances in areas such as philosophy, mathematics, astronomy, and politics. Many of these concepts and innovations continue to influence our societies and cultures to this present day.

Doric columns are the _________ of the classical orders.

• youngest

• oldest

Answer explanation

Doric columns are the oldest of the classical orders. The Doric order is one of the three orders of ancient Greek or classical architecture, and it came before the Ionic and Corinthian orders. Therefore, 'oldest' is the correct answer to this question.

This order does not contain a base.

• Ionic

• Doric

• Corinthian

Answer explanation

The question is about an order that does not contain a base. Among the provided options, Doric is the correct choice because unlike Ionic and Corinthian, Doric is a type of classical order in architecture that does not typically include a base.

The Winged Victory of Samothrace is also known as the Nike of Samothrace.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The statement in the question is correct. The Winged Victory of Samothrace is indeed also known as the Nike of Samothrace. The Nike of Samothrace is a marble Hellenistic sculpture of the Greek goddess Nike (Victory), and it's displayed at the Louvre. Therefore, the correct answer is 'True'.

Nike is the goddess of:

• Losers

• Victory

Answer explanation

The question asked about the domain of the goddess Nike according to Greek mythology. Among the provided options 'losers' and 'victory', the correct answer is 'victory'. Nike is indeed the ancient Greek goddess associated with victory, particularly in war and athletic competitions.