- 1. The Nashville Parthenon is a full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and stands as a stunning symbol of Nashville's nickname, 'The Athens of the South.' Completed in 1897 as part of the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, the Parthenon was originally intended to demonstrate the city's cultural and historical significance. This magnificent structure is constructed primarily of concrete and features a striking façade adorned with 46 Doric columns, each standing 34 feet tall. Inside, visitors are greeted by an awe-inspiring 42-foot-tall statue of Athena Parthenos, created by sculptor Alan LeQuire, which embodies the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom and war. The interior also houses an extensive art collection, showcasing the works of American painters, and features a gallery dedicated to the history of Tennessee. The Parthenon serves not only as a tourist attraction but also as an important cultural and educational resource, hosting various events and exhibitions throughout the year. Its architectural beauty and historical significance make it a beloved landmark, drawing thousands of visitors who are eager to experience a piece of ancient history right in the heart of Nashville.
In which year was the Nashville Parthenon completed?
A) 1801
B) 2001
C) 1897
D) 1925
- 2. What is the primary material used in the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Wood
B) Steel
C) Brick
D) Concrete
- 3. Which festival led to the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) World's Fair
B) Nashville Music Festival
C) Statehood Celebration
D) Tennessee Centennial Exposition
- 4. What is the architectural style of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Romanesque
B) Gothic
C) Modernist
D) Classical Greek
- 5. Who designed the original Parthenon in Athens?
A) Phidias and Socrates
B) Eupalinos and Hippodamus
C) Ictinus and Callicrates
D) Vitruvius and Pericles
- 6. What type of museum is located in the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Science museum
B) Children's museum
C) Art museum
D) History museum
- 7. Who designed the original Nashville Parthenon?
A) Le Corbusier
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Richard Meier
D) Frank Lloyd Wright
- 8. What feature of the Parthenon helps enhance its visual effect?
A) Flat columns
B) Entasis in the columns
C) Straight lines throughout
D) Colored tiles
- 9. What is a common event held at the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Concerts
B) Art exhibitions
C) Trade shows
D) Sports events
- 10. The Nashville Parthenon is located in which park?
A) Radnor Lake State Park
B) Centennial Park
C) Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
D) Shelby Farms Park
- 11. Which architectural feature provides balance to the Parthenon's construction?
A) Asymmetrical design
B) Curved design
C) Symmetrical design
D) Angled design
- 12. What is the architectural order of the columns of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Doric
B) Ionic
C) Corinthian
D) Composite
- 13. In which American city is the Nashville Parthenon located?
A) Memphis, Tennessee
B) Austin, Texas
C) Nashville, Tennessee
D) Atlanta, Georgia
- 14. What significant statue can be found inside the Parthenon?
A) Zeus
B) Hercules
C) Athena Parthenos
D) Poseidon
- 15. What is the height of the statue of Athena in the Parthenon?
A) 42 feet
B) 50 feet
C) 30 feet
D) 25 feet
- 16. Who suggested building a reproduction of the Parthenon for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition?
A) Russell Hart
B) George Julian Zolnay
C) William Crawford Smith
D) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
- 17. What nickname is associated with Nashville?
A) Music City
B) Athens of the South
C) City of Music
D) Southern Athens
- 18. Who was responsible for making models for the ornamentation of the Parthenon in Nashville?
A) Russell Hart
B) George Julian Zolnay
C) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
D) William Crawford Smith
- 19. Which theatrical production was performed at the Parthenon in 1913?
A) The Mystery at Thanatos
B) Spring Pageant
C) The Fire Regained
D) Athenian Myths
- 20. Who wrote 'The Fire Regained' performed in the Parthenon?
A) George Julian Zolnay
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Russell Hart
D) Sidney Mttron Hirsch
- 21. What year was the exterior of the Parthenon completed during its reconstruction?
A) 1914
B) 1925
C) 1931
D) 1897
- 22. Who donated the paintings for the Parthenon's permanent collection?
A) Robert Altman
B) Alan LeQuire
C) James M. Cowan
D) Craig McDonald
- 23. In what year was the replica of the Athena Parthenos statue completed?
A) 1975
B) 1990
C) 2001
D) 1982
- 24. What material covers the statue of Athena Parthenos as of 2002?
A) Gold leaf
B) Bronze
C) Silver
D) Marble
- 25. Which Greek playwright's work was performed at the Parthenon in Nashville?
A) Aristophanes
B) Plato
C) Euripides
D) Homer
- 26. What type of event took place at the Parthenon for Robert Altman's film?
A) Political rally
B) Battle scene
C) Musical concert
D) Theater production
- 27. In which film did the Parthenon serve as a backdrop for a battle against Hydra?
A) Metamorphoses
B) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
C) Nashville
D) Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
- 28. What year did the Nashville Parthenon receive exterior cleaning and restoration?
A) 2010
B) 2001
C) 1982
D) 1990
- 29. Which album features a song titled 'Nashville Parthenon'?
A) Etiquette, by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone
B) Metamorphoses
C) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
D) Three Chords and The Truth
- 30. What type of performances were held inside the Parthenon at the foot of Athena's statue?
A) Sophocles' Antigone
B) Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses
C) Robert Altman's Nashville
D) Euripides' Medea
- 31. What did some followers of Goddess Spirituality practices leave near the statue?
A) Paintings
B) Books
C) Coins
D) Ritual offerings
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