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WorksheetsAncient Greek Architecture
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 6mins
What are the three main architectural orders in ancient Greek architecture?
Doric, Corinthian, Byzantine
Gothic, Baroque, Rococo
Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman
Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian
Which architectural order is characterized by its simple, sturdy columns with no base and a capital consisting of a round echinus and a square abacus?
Corinthian
Tuscan
Doric
Ionic
Which famous temple in Athens is dedicated to the goddess Athena and is considered the epitome of Doric architecture?
Taj Mahal
Acropolis
Colosseum
Parthenon
What is the distinguishing feature of the Ionic order compared to the Doric order?
Presence of volutes on the capital of the columns
Presence of spires on the capital of the columns
Presence of domes on the capital of the columns
Presence of gargoyles on the capital of the columns
Which architectural order is known for its more decorative and ornate design, with a capital adorned with acanthus leaves?
Ionic
Byzantine
Doric
Corinthian
What are some common features of ancient Greek temples, such as the Parthenon, in terms of their layout and design?
Square layout, central courtyard, flat roof, columns
Circular layout, dome roof, underground chamber, columns
Rectangular layout, side entrance, no pediment
Rectangular layout, front porch, main room, rear porch, columns, pediment
What were some of the key public buildings found in the Agora of ancient Greek cities?
Stoa, Bouleuterion, Tholos
Palace, Stadium, Mausoleum
Marketplace, Colosseum, Aqueduct
Temple, Amphitheater, Library
Which of the following characteristics ARE NOT from the Ancient Greece Architecture?
LINTEL. Horizontal, NO vaults
PROPORTIONED, BALANCED, based on a CANON
COLOSSAL scale
BEAUTY=HARMONY
The image represents a system of dimensions used by the Greeks. Please select all that apply.
Fibonacci Sequence
Golden Ratio
Regulating Lines
Pythagoras Theorem
Name the central space of a Greek temple. Select all that apply.
cella
posticum
pronaus
naos
