The Parthenon: Symbol of Athenian Democracy

The video explores the Acropolis in Athens, focusing on the Parthenon and its historical transformations. Initially a temple to Athena, it became a Christian church, a mosque, and later a gunpowder magazine. The Parthenon was severely damaged in 1687. Since 1975, restoration efforts have been underway, using digital technology to correct past restoration errors. The video also discusses the Elgin Marbles, which were removed by the Earl of Elgin and are now in the British Museum, despite Greece's requests for their return.

Which temple is known for its porch of the maidens?

• The Temple of Athena Nike

• The Erectheon

• The Temple of Zeus

• The Parthenon

What was the Parthenon converted into during the Ottoman invasion?

• A palace

• A fortress

• A mosque

• A library

What caused the Parthenon to be in ruins in 1687?

• An earthquake

• A flood

• A Venetian mortar explosion

• A fire

Since when has the Greek government been undertaking a major preservation program for the Parthenon?

• 1950

• 1975

• 1990

• 2000

Where are most of the larger fragments of the Parthenon currently located?

• The National Archaeological Museum of Athens

• The Louvre

• The Acropolis Museum

• The British Museum