10 Mark Questions

Question 1

Explain how the location, layout and features of the sacred way make the site of Delphi appear impressive - LANDSCAPE

Answer 1

• Temple of Apollo is impressive and dominates the landscape, elevated position makes it seem important, sacred way goes steeply uphill, visitors start at the bottom looking up at the temple.
• If someone had to climb uphill to get to the temple, it might seem more of an effort

Question 2

Explain how the location, layout and features of the sacred way make the site of Delphi appear impressive - FEATURES

Answer 2

• Treasuries placed for maximum impact - Athenian treasury is on the top of stairs, facing the path, so you face it when going up and down.
• Visitors are confronted by unexpected things, two bends crowded with monuments, impressive due to elevated platforms.
• Site appears larger than it is - more impressive - can’t see the whole site without going inside.