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WorksheetsAP Art History- Late Empire and Rome Review
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 8mins
In the work shown, the influence of earlier architecture styles can be seen in the
oval shape that allows for expansive viewing from all sides
arches that are framed by engaged columns and a lintel
engaged columns that distribute the weight evenly on all sides
oculus that provides natural lighting for the events
In designing the forum in which the column stands, Apollodorus of Damascus departed from the design traditions demonstrated in earlier Roman imperial fora by
making the basilica the central building in the public space
incorporating images of the emperor throughout the complex
siting the forum on the outskirts of the city along the Appian Way
excluding any temples or other religious structures
The interior shown is called
a podium
an atrium
an amphitheater
a cella
The most likely time period for the interior shown is
10,000 B.C.E.
500 B.C.E.
first century C.E.
fourth century C.E.
The original patron of the building was
a pope
a merchant
an emperor
a caliph
The dome of the building is primarily constructed of
concrete
marble
wood
bronze
Roman Republican portraiture is characterized primarily by its
rejection of Etruscan portrait conventions
unidealized realism
use of bronze
use of polychrome finishes
The depiction of war on the Column of Trajan differs from earlier depictions, such as the one seen in the Alexander Mosaic, in that the narrative frieze on the Column of Trajan
models the peaceful resolution that can be achieved through negotiation
emphasizes the methodical power of imperial leadership
avoids references to the gods to assert the strength of the army
displays merciless violence against a weak and defeated enemy
Which of the following techniques or materials allowed Roman architects to enclose large unobstructed interior spaces?
The post-and-lintel system
Corbeled stone vaults
Concrete poured in molds
Dried-brick pylon construction
Roman innovations in concrete allowed the builders of the Colosseum to
include a massive velarium, or sunshade, that could be extended or retracted over the spectators
create a multileveled freestanding structure with tiered seating that could be constructed quickly
construct a watertight rim around the pit for the purpose of flooding the arena for sea battles
organize seating according to the differing social status of the spectators
