Q1: Lesson 2 | Classical Art

Question 1

Relating to the ancient Greek and Roman world and especially to its literature, art, architecture, or ideals

Answer 1

Classical

Question 2

Is an outstanding example of a particular style; something of lasting worth or with a timeless quality; of the first or highest quality, class, or rank - something that exemplifies its class

Answer 2

Classic

Question 3

Ancient Greek architecture is often characterized by the capitals that topped the ______ _________

Answer 3

Greek columns

Question 4

Is the simplest column with broad and rectangular capital that tops the column

Answer 4

Doric

Question 5

This column is taller and more slender. It is distinguished with its capital that looks like scrolls.

Answer 5

Ionic

Question 6

It is the most decorative column that is decorated with leaves and scrolls

Answer 6

Corinthian

Question 7

This temple was designed by Ictinus and Callicrates, and dedicated to the Goddess Athena.

Answer 7

Parthenon

Question 8

Is an artistic representation of a person rendered in three-dimensional form

Answer 8

Sculpted portraits

Question 9

Roman earthenware made for everyday use

Answer 9

Coarse ware

Question 10

Roman earthenware used for more formal occasions

Answer 10

Fine ware

Question 11

Is the triangular structure that supports the rood and provides space for sculptures in high relief

Answer 11

Pediment

Question 12

One of the principles of design, shows the relation of the parts of an artwork to each other and to the whole about size, placement, and amount

Answer 12

Proportion

Question 13

Is a method of construction consisting of interconnecting arches

Answer 13

Barrel vault

Question 14

Is an open air building where sports events, chariot races, and gladiator battles are held

Answer 14

Amphitheater

Question 15

Is a circular opening at the center of a wall or of a dome as seen in the Pantheon

Answer 15

Oculus

Question 16

Is a roman gathering or a meeting place which often built beside a public forum

Answer 16

Basilica

Question 17

Is circular with its exterior decorated with a Corinthian columns

Answer 17

Pantheon

Question 18

An oval amphitheater in the city of Rome which is approximately 620 x 513 x 150 feet and could hold 50,000 viewers

Answer 18

Colosseum