Exploring Architecture: A Quiz

Which architectural style is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?

• Baroque

• Gothic

• Renaissance

• Modernist

Who is the architect known for designing the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, Spain?

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Zaha Hadid

• Frank Gehry

• Le Corbusier

Which of the following is a sustainable building material often used in modern architecture?

• Asbestos

• Concrete

• Bamboo

• Lead

The Colosseum, an iconic historical landmark, is located in which city?

• Athens

• Rome

• Paris

• Istanbul

Which of the following is a key principle of urban planning?

• Maximizing building height

• Reducing green spaces

• Zoning regulations

• Increasing traffic congestion

Which architectural style is known for its use of columns and symmetry, often seen in ancient Greek temples?

• Gothic

• Baroque

• Classical

• Art Deco

Which architect is famous for the design of Fallingwater, a house built over a waterfall?

• Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

• Frank Lloyd Wright

• Antoni Gaudí

• I. M. Pei

Which building material is known for its high compressive strength and is commonly used in foundations?

• Wood

• Steel

• Concrete

• Glass

The Eiffel Tower, a famous historical landmark, was completed in which year?

• 1889

• 1901

• 1856

• 1923

What is the primary goal of sustainable urban planning?

• To increase urban sprawl

• To promote economic growth at any cost

• To create environmentally friendly and livable cities

• To prioritize industrial development