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Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Architecture : Random Architectural History

Introduction:
"A brief quiz of random questions concerning architecture throughout the ages. All multiple choice."


1. The column order called __________ has capitals of Ionic volutes and Corinthian acanthus-leaf decorations?
    Ionic
    Composite
    Corinthian
    Doric


2. The style known as the 'True Style' (1750-1830) later came to be called __________ ?
    Mannerism
    Carolingian
    Neoclassicism
    Gothic


3. The design of the early Christian Churches were based on the Roman __________ ?
    Temple
    Basilica
    Tomb
    Amphitheatre


4. In Barcelona, Antonio Gaudi designed buildings in a style that became known as _________?
    Mannerism
    Art Nouveau
    Baroque
    Art Deco


5. The columns on the Porch of the Maidens (the Erechtheum) at the Acropolis are ___________ ?
    Corinthian Columns
    Doric Columns
    Caryatids
    Ionic Columns


6. A fenestrated (windowed) wall that is carried higher than the surrounding roof, to light interior space is a ________ ?
    Triforium
    Arcade
    Tracery
    Clerestory


7. Concrete vaulting permitted what culture to first build large covered spaces with no internal support?
    Greek
    Egyptian
    Mycenaan
    Roman


8. The cross-in square style would most often be found in a ___________ Church?
    Romanesque
    Medieval
    Byzantine
    Rococco


9. Egyptian Pylon temples contained what type of halls?
    Cella
    Hypostyle Hall
    Aspe Hall
    Buddhist Assembly Hall


10. The part of Old St. Peter's in Rome between the chief entrance and the choir was the __________ ?
    Transept
    Apse
    Nave
    Narthex


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