Question 1

Compare the representation of the individual in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman art. What and who is (and is not) valued in each culture?

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In Egyptian art, the individual was ofte...

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT Roman?

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A)   widespread use of concrete
B)   widespread use of vaults
C)   The Parthenon
D)   The PantheonE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

Which of the following does NOT result from the arch?

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A)   Apse
B)   groin vault
C)   barrel vault
D)   lintelE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

Discuss different forms of illusion found in Roman murals.

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Roman murals often depicted various form...

Question 5

Which of the following civilizations produced realistic portrait sculpture?

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A)   Hellenistic
B)   Roman
C)   Byzantine
D)   Archaic GreekE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 6

The temporary wooden scaffold over which Roman arches were constructed is called

Accepted Answer

A)   Centering
B)   Post and lintel
C)   Voussoir
D)   GroinE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Ancestral death masks led to the development of what?

Accepted Answer

A)   Narrative reliefs
B)   Portrait sculpture
C)   Wall mosaics
D)   The triumphal archE) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

4. Realistic painted portraits in encaustic have been found in which part of the Roman Empire?

Accepted Answer

A)   Egypt
B)   Tuscany
C)   Jordan
D)   AlgeriaE) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 9

Which of the following sculptures was done on a colossal scale?

Accepted Answer

A)   Augustus of Primaporta
B)   Constantine the Great
C)   Equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius
D)   Philippus the ArabE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 10

How did the scope of the Roman architectural needs differ from that of the Greeks?

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The architectural needs of the Romans di...

Question 11

The Column of Trajan was an isolated monument, independent of any of the Roman imperial fora in Rome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What are the two most significant contributions to architecture made by the Romans? Why are these significant?

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The two most significant contributions to architecture made by the Romans are the development of the arch and the use of concrete.

The development of the arch allowed the Romans to create larger and more stable structures, such as aqueducts, bridges, and amphitheaters. This architectural innovation revolutionized the way buildings were constructed and allowed for the creation of grand and impressive structures that were not possible before.

The use of concrete also had a profound impact on Roman architecture. It allowed for the construction of large, durable, and long-lasting buildings, such as the Colosseum and the Pantheon. The use of concrete also allowed for the creation of intricate and detailed architectural elements, such as domes and vaults, which became characteristic features of Roman architecture.

These contributions are significant because they not only transformed the way buildings were constructed, but also had a lasting impact on architectural design and engineering. The use of the arch and concrete allowed the Romans to create monumental and enduring structures that have stood the test of time, influencing architectural styles for centuries to come.

Question 13

The Pantheon remains entirely as it existed in antiquity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The eruption of Mt. Vesuvius caused considerable damage to the architecture in the Roman forum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

How do you a see lasting impact of ancient Rome in contemporary culture?

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The lasting impact of ancient Rome in co...

Question 16

Which emperor wrote the Meditations, a work imbued with ideas and ideals of Stoic philosophy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Marcus Aurelius
B)   Julius Caesar
C)   Octavian Augustus
D)   ConstantineE) All of the above
F) B) and C) A

Question 17

In what ways was the Theater of Pompey similar to its Greek forebears?

Accepted Answer

A)   It had sloping banks of seats in a semicircle
B)   It was nestled into a preexisting hillside
C)   It was made of concrete
D)   It was a true half circleE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

The square or rectangular market and meeting place in the heart of Roman cities and towns was called the:

Accepted Answer

A)   forum
B)   basilica
C)   apse
D)   agoraE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 19

The choice of which material in the Portrait Group of Tetrarchs speaks to imperial power?

Accepted Answer

A)   Porphyry
B)   Marble
C)   Lapis lazuli
D)   GoldE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

What was Greece's impact on Roman sculpture? What forms of Roman sculpture were uniquely Roman?

Accepted Answer

Greece had a significant impact on Roman sculpture, as the Romans were heavily influenced by Greek art and culture. Many Roman sculptures were based on Greek models, and Roman artists often copied Greek statues and adapted them to fit their own artistic preferences. This resulted in a blending of Greek and Roman styles in Roman sculpture.

However, there were also forms of Roman sculpture that were uniquely Roman. One example is the portrait bust, which became a popular form of sculpture in Rome. Roman portrait busts were highly realistic and often depicted the individualized features of the subject, reflecting the Roman emphasis on veristic portraiture.

Another uniquely Roman form of sculpture was the historical relief, which depicted scenes from Roman history and mythology in a narrative style. These reliefs were often used to decorate public buildings and monuments, and they served as a way for the Romans to celebrate their own history and achievements.

Overall, while Greek art had a significant impact on Roman sculpture, the Romans also developed their own distinct forms of sculpture that reflected their own artistic and cultural values.

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