Greek and Roman Architecture

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Doric order is characterized by __________.

short and stout columns originating from Mainland Greece.

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The Ionic order is depicted as __________.

a mature woman who is tall.

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Corinthian order features __________ columns.

dainty and thin columns representing a young maiden.

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The __________ is the term for the front porch of a Greek temple.

Pronaos.

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The __________ refers to the sanctuary area within a temple.

Naos.

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The __________ of a Greek Temple plan includes an even number of columns.

First Temple of Hera.

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The __________ is the architectural style with columns stacked upon each other.

Superinposition.

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The __________ is known for optical refinements in its architectural design.

Parthenon.

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__________ are used to create vaults in Roman architecture.

Arches.

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The __________ is known to signify the victory of the Roman republic.

SPQR symbol.

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The __________ was built using innovative Roman concrete techniques.

Basilica of Constantine.

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The __________ is a significant Roman aqueduct in France.

Pont Du Gard.

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In __________ architecture, the columns are ornamental and not structurally necessary.

Roman.

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__________ took place for the first time in Greek architectural history.

Optical refinement.

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The __________ built in 10 A.D. features six Corinthian columns.

Maison Carrée.

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Greek temple plans are generally __________, while Roman temple plans are pseudo-peripteral.

peripteral.

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The distinction between Greek and Roman temples often involves the step structure called the __________.

Stylobate.

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The term __________ denotes the part of the structure that supports the roof and is the ceiling of the interior space.

Cella.

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The __________ is a vault formed by the intersection of two barrel vaults.

Groin Vault.

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The __________ is an aspect of the Corinthian order, featuring flutes on the columns.

Corinthian Capital.

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The __________ refers to the horizontal elements of the Parthenon's design, which are curved.

Optical refinements.