Italy, Sicily - Selinunte- Temple O and Temple A

The transcript discusses Selinunte, a significant Greek colony in Sicily, Italy. It describes its geographical location between the Cotoni and Medioni rivers and its historical founding by colonists from Megara Hyblea. The city was strategically positioned, leading to interactions with Phoenicians and native Sicilians. The layout included an Acropolis with temples and housing on the Hippodamian plan. Fortifications and temple structures, such as Temple E, are detailed, highlighting the city's architectural advancements.

Where was the ancient city of Selinunte located?

• In the city of Rome

• Between the Cotoni and Medioni rivers in Sicily

• In the north of Italy

• On the island of Crete

Who were the original founders of Selinunte according to historical records?

• The Phoenicians

• The Romans

• Colonists from Megara Hyblea

• Colonists from Athens

What was the relationship between the Selinuntines and the Phoenicians?

• They formed a military alliance

• They were in constant conflict

• They shared the same territory

• They initially had no conflicts

What was the primary architectural style of the temples in Selinunte?

• Romanesque

• Doric

• Baroque

• Gothic

What feature distinguished Temple A from other structures in Selinunte?

• It was made entirely of marble

• It was the largest temple

• It was located outside the city walls

• It had spiral staircases leading to an upper gallery