Exploring the Temple of Poseidon

What are the types of rocks commonly found in the Sounio region?

• Granite and basalt

• Limestone and marble

• Sandstone and shale

• Clay and volcanic ash

Which of the following is most likely to affect the durability of the Temple of Poseidon's structure?

• Soil erosion

• Heavy rainfall

• Earthquakes and weathering

• Volcanic eruptions

What tools and materials did ancient Greek builders likely use to construct the temple?

• Iron beams and electric cranes

• Stone tools and ropes

• Wooden scaffolding and steel

• Concrete and modern machinery

How did the ancient Greeks likely transport heavy materials like marble to the temple site?

• By using modern trucks and cranes

• By carrying the marble by hand

• Using boats to transport marble along the coast

• By using hot air balloons

What engineering concept is MOST responsible for the strength and stability of the columns in the Temple of Poseidon?

• Load-bearing and symmetry

• Flexible materials

• Use of steel beams

• Rotating structures

What is a key feature of the temple's layout that contributes to its stability?

• The location in the middle of a flat plain

• The large number of columns

• The inclusion of a dome

• The rectangular shape of the structure

What aspect of the Temple of Poseidon reflects ancient Greek ideals of beauty and proportion?

• The symmetry of the columns

• The elaborate decorations on the roof

• The use of bright colors on the walls

• The number of windows in the structure

What symbolic connection does the location of the temple have to Poseidon?

• It was built in the middle of the city to honor the gods

• It stands on a cliff by the sea, symbolizing Poseidon's domain over the ocean

• It faces toward Mount Olympus, where the gods lived

• It has a large statue of Poseidon in the center

What can we learn from studying the science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics behind the Temple of Poseidon?

• We can apply the same methods used by the ancient Greeks in modern construction

• Understanding these principles helps us appreciate and preserve ancient monuments

• The ancient Greeks were not skilled in building structures

• There is no connection between these principles and the temple's preservation

1. The Poseidon’s temple was built on a cliff facing the Aegean because:

• He was honored as the god of the sea

• The place was good looking up to this height

• It standed out from afar serving as a maritime beacon

• He was the protector of the whole region