Exam II Greek Orders

Question 1

the shaft of the column may be smooth or fluted. It does not have a base. The capital is a
rounded stone disk supporting a plain rectangular slab.

Answer 1

Doric

Question 2

the shaft is fluted and rests on a stepped base. The capital is carved in graceful scrolling
forms called volutes

Answer 2

Ionic

Question 3

the shaft is fluted and rests on a more detailed stepped base. The elaborate capital
is carved with motifs based on stylized acanthus leaves.

Answer 3

Corinthian

Question 4

In Classical architecture, the lowest band of the entablature.

Answer 4

Architrave

Question 5

In architecture, the decorative sculpted block surmounting a column. In Classical
architecture, it is the most distinctive element of various orders

Answer 5

Capital

Question 6

In Classical architecture, the uppermost element of an entablature; a raking cornice
frames the upper, slanting edges of a pediment. More generally, a horizontal, projecting element,
usually molded and usually at the top of a wall

Answer 6

Cornice

Question 7

In Classical architecture, the horizontal structure supported by capitals and
supporting in turn the pediment or roof. Consist of three horizontal bands: architrave, frieze, and cornice

Answer 7

Entablature

Question 8

Generally, any horizontal band of relief sculpture or painted decoration. In Classical
architecture, the middle band of an entablature, between the architrave and the cornice, often
decorated with relief sculpture.

Answer 8

Frieze

Question 9

An interior space filled with rows of columns that serve to support the roof.

Answer 9

Hypostyle

Question 10

In Classical architecture, the triangular element supported by the columns of a
portico. More generally, any similar element over a door or window.

Answer 10

Pediment

Question 11

In architecture, a spiral, scroll-like ornament such as the capital of a column in the Ionic
order.

Answer 11

Volute