Exploring Architectural Styles Through Time

Which civilization is known for building the pyramids at Giza?

• Ancient Greece

• Ancient Egypt

• Ancient Rome

• Mesopotamia

What is a key feature of Gothic cathedrals?

• Rounded arches

• Flying buttresses

• Domed roofs

• Flat roofs

During which period did the Renaissance style of architecture flourish?

• 12th-14th centuries

• 14th-17th centuries

• 18th-19th centuries

• 20th century

Which of the following is a famous example of Modernist architecture?

• The Parthenon

• The Eiffel Tower

• Villa Savoye

• The Colosseum

Which architectural style is characterized by the use of hieroglyphics and massive stone columns?

• Gothic

• Renaissance

• Ancient Egyptian

• Postmodern

Which element is commonly found in Renaissance architecture?

• Pointed arches

• Corinthian columns

• Glass curtain walls

• Pyramidal shapes

Which of the following best describes a feature of Postmodern architecture?

• Strict functionalism

• Ornamental and playful design

• Use of flying buttresses

• Emphasis on symmetry

If you see a building with stained glass windows, pointed arches, and ribbed vaults, which architectural style is it most likely to be?

• Modernist

• Gothic

• Renaissance

• Ancient Egyptian

A building has a flat roof, open floor plan, and large glass windows. Which architectural movement does it most likely belong to?

• Renaissance

• Modernist

• Gothic

• Ancient Egyptian

Which of the following buildings is an example of Postmodern architecture?

• The Pantheon

• The Sydney Opera House

• The Portland Building

• The Great Pyramid