Module 5: Roman Empire

Question 1

What is the significance of this scupture (Augustus of Primaporta)?
a. Commemorating the unification of Eastern and Western Roman Empires
b. Celebration of the Roman Republic
c. A monument to the birth of Christianity
d. The portait of the first Emperor of Ancient Rome

Answer 1

d. The portait of the first Emperor of Ancient Rome

Question 2

The first Christian churches were built under the reign of which emperor?
a. Trajan
b. Augustus
c. Nero
d. Constantine

Answer 2

d. Constantine

Question 3

What is NOT one of the key characteristics of the Pantheon?
a. Gradation in concrete mixture to reduce the dome’s weight
b. The use of coffers to both lighten and strengthen the ceiling
c. The largest dome in the ancient world
d.Use of marble for reinforcing structural supports

Answer 3

d.Use of marble for reinforcing structural supports

Question 4

Which of the following defines the Third Style of Roman wall paintings?
a. Imitation of marble
b. Flat, decorative style
c. Illusion of space
d.Combination of all three above

Answer 4

b. Flat, decorative style

Question 5

The exterior of the Colosseum represents which Greek architectural orders? Choose the most relevant answer.
a. Doric
b. Ionic
c. Corinthian
d. All of the above

Answer 5

d. All of the above