Architectural History - Exam
- 1. Who is considered the father of modern architecture?
A) Antoni GaudÃ
B) Frank Lloyd Wright
C) Le Corbusier
D) Louis Sullivan
- 2. What style of architecture is characterized by its pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?
A) Gothic
B) Renaissance
C) Baroque
D) Neoclassical
- 3. The ancient Roman architectural feature called the aqueduct was used primarily for what purpose?
A) Defense
B) Religious ceremonies
C) Housing the wealthy
D) Transporting water
- 4. In Islamic architecture, what geometric pattern is commonly used to decorate surfaces and create intricate designs?
A) Tessellation
B) Sgraffito
C) Fresco
D) Arabesque
- 5. The Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., was designed by which architect?
A) Le Corbusier
B) William Thornton
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) Frank Lloyd Wright
- 6. The Eiffel Tower in Paris was designed by which architect?
A) Gustave Eiffel
B) Frank Gehry
C) Le Corbusier
D) Antoni GaudÃ
- 7. The Forbidden City in Beijing served as the imperial palace for which ancient Chinese dynasty?
A) Ming Dynasty
B) Tang Dynasty
C) Song Dynasty
D) Qing Dynasty
- 8. The leaning tower of Pisa is located in which country?
A) Greece
B) Italy
C) Spain
D) France
- 9. The Parthenon in Athens, Greece, was built in honor of which goddess?
A) Hera
B) Athena
C) Aphrodite
D) Artemis
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