Meet the Parthenon

What material was primarily used to construct the Parthenon?

• Limestone

• Radiant white marble

• Granite

• Concrete

Who ordered the construction of the Parthenon?

• Socrates

• Alexander the Great

• Pericles

• Plato

What significant feature is noted about the columns of the Parthenon?

• Perfectly straight.

• Slightly bulged at the center

• Made of wood

• Decorative carvings

The Parthenon was built in 447 B.C. to celebrate the Athenians' victory over Persian invaders.

• True

• False

All of the columns of the Parthenon are perfectly straight with no optical illusions.

• True

• False

The ancient Greeks built the Parthenon using mortar to fit the stone blocks together.

• True

• False

What architectural features of the Parthenon demonstrate the ancient Greeks' understanding of geometry and optical illusions?

How did the Parthenon serve to connect the mundane world with the divine?

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Describe the significance of the Parthenon's imperfections and how they contribute to its overall beauty and perception.

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The Parthenon was built to celebrate a victory.

What do you celebrate in your life? How do you show your enthusiasm for these things?

(Write 2 words)