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A triangular embankment surrounded by a stone or brick wall. They are bounded by a dry moat and situated towards the countryside on the same

line as the ramparts.

• Ravelin

• Lunette

• Bastion

• Rampart

Answer explanation

Ravelin - A V-shaped outwork outside the main ditch of a fortress, covering the works between two bastions.

Bastion - A projecting part of a rampart or other fortification, typically forming an irregular pentagon attached at the base to the main work.

Lunette - A triangular embankment surrounded by a stone or brick wall. They are bounded by a dry moat and situated towards the countryside on the same line as the ramparts.

Rampart - A bank or wall made of earth and masonry used to provide an obstacle to attacking forces and absorb and disperse energy of cannon fire.

What is the difference between Baroque and Neoclassical Architecture?

• Baroque architecture often features intricate ornamentation, dramatic use of light and space, and curves, while Neoclassical architecture emphasizes simplicity, balance, and classical forms.

• Neoclassical architecture is focused on religious structures, while Baroque architecture is more commonly used for civic buildings.

• Baroque architecture uses modern materials, while Neoclassical architecture relies heavily on Gothic elements.

• Baroque architecture is characterized by symmetry and restraint, while Neoclassical architecture embraces dynamic movement and ornamental excess.

Answer explanation

Baroque Architecture:

• - Intricate ornamentation

• - Curves and movement

• - Dramatic use of light and space

Neoclassical Architecture:

• - Use of Classical forms

• - Simplicity and balance

A type of arch with a circular arc of less than 180 degrees.

• Semicircular Arch

• Ogee Arch

• Point Arch

• Segmental Arch

Answer explanation

This is the architect to first use domes in villas; also wrote the "Four Books of Architecture".

• Giacomo Vignola

• Donato Bramante

• Andrea Palladio

• Leon BAttista Alberti

Answer explanation

Giacomo Vignola

- The 5 orders of Architecture

• - Palazzo Farnese

Andrea Palladio

• - 4 Books of Architecture

• - Villa Rotunda (has a dome)

Leon Battista Alberti:

• - De Re Aedificatoria

• - Palazzo Rucellai

Donato Bramante:

• - Tempietto of San Pedro

• - Palazzo Caprini

What are the three main styles of Neoclassical Architecture? Choose all that apply.

• Perpendicular

• Temple Block

• Palladian

• Lancet

• Classical Block