Architecture and Design Architectural History and Styles

Question 1

Which architectural order is characterized by a simple, unadorned capital?

Accepted Answer

Doric

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Ionic

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Corinthian

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Composite

Question 2

The Parthenon in Athens is a prime example of which architectural style?

Accepted Answer

Greek Classical

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Roman

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Byzantine

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Gothic

Question 3

Which structural feature is most associated with Gothic cathedrals?

Accepted Answer

Flying buttresses

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Barrel vaults

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Pendentives

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Coffers

Question 4

The Renaissance architectural movement originated in which country?

Accepted Answer

Italy

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France

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Spain

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England

Question 5

Which architect designed the iconic Fallingwater house?

Accepted Answer

Frank Lloyd Wright

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Ludwig Mies van der Rohe

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Le Corbusier

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Walter Gropius

Question 6

The Baroque style in architecture is best described as:

Accepted Answer

Ornate and dramatic with dynamic forms

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Minimalist and restrained

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Industrial and functional

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Symmetrical and classical