Ancient Roman Art Quiz

What materials were commonly used in Ancient Roman art?

• Silver, bronze, gold, and ivory

• Wood, clay, glass, and paper

• Marble, painting, mosaic, gems, and terracotta

• Plastic, fabric, metal, and rubber

Which of the following influences can be seen in Roman art?

• Greek, Etruscan, and Egyptian influences

• Aztec, Inca, and Persian influences

• Japanese, African, and Celtic influences

• Chinese, Indian, and Mayan influences

What was the purpose of portraits in Republican Rome?

• To celebrate personal achievements

• To showcase individual beauty

• To honor gods and goddesses

• To depict public sacrifices

Which type of jewelry was often buried with the dead in Ancient Rome?

• Bracelets

• Rings

• Necklaces

• Earrings

What were Ancient Roman fine wares called?

• Porcelain

• Terra sigillata

• Stoneware

• Earthenware

Where did most evidence of Roman wall paintings come from?

• Alexandria and Thebes

• Athens and Sparta

• Rome and Florence

• Pompeii and Herculaneum

What materials were commonly used to create mosaics in Ancient Rome?

• Stone and shells

• Wood and glass

• Clay and paper

• Marble and metal

Which architectural style blended Ionic and Corinthian elements in Ancient Rome?

• Roman Corinthian

• Roman Doric

• Roman Composite

• Roman Tuscan

Who was the first native playwright in Ancient Rome?

• Livius Andronicus

• Gnaeus Naevius

• Titus Maccius Plautus

• Marcus Ocuvius

What was the acting style like in Roman tragedy?

• Slow and stately

• Loud and boisterous

• Fast and energetic

• Muted and subtle