Roman Architecture and Engineering Concepts

How does an arch distribute weight when pressure is applied?

• Only vertically

• Only horizontally

• Vertically and horizontally

• Diagonally

What are the sides of an arch called that help hold it up?

• Keystone

• Buttresses

• Wedges

• Columns

What did the Romans use arches to build?

• Skyscrapers

• Aqueducts, roofs, and ceilings

• Boats and ships

• Cars and roads

What was a revolutionary architectural element that enabled the construction of larger structures in ancient Rome?

• Columns

• Arches

• Domes

• Pyramids

What did the Romans use from local volcanoes to make their arches?

• Ash and pumice

• Lime and sand

• Lava and rocks

• Clay and soil

Which of the following is a modern example of a structure using arches?

• The Arch of Constantine

• The Colosseum

• Sydney Harbour Bridge

• SSAB Flagship Store in Romania

What architectural feature did the Romans innovate to support large amounts of weight?

• Domes

• Arches

• Columns

• Beams

What did the Romans demonstrate through their use of arches in aqueducts and buildings?

• Their artistic skills

• Their innovative approach to engineering

• Their military strength

• Their agricultural techniques

How did aqueducts help in the movement of water over long distances?

• By using electricity

• By using gravity

• By using wind power

• By using animal power

What was the role of arches in Roman aqueducts?

• To decorate the structure

• To cross valleys and lowlands

• To store water

• To provide shade