- 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) 1925
D) 1897
- 2. What is the primary material used in the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Wood
B) Brick
C) Concrete
D) Steel
- 3. Which festival led to the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Nashville Music Festival
B) Statehood Celebration
C) World's Fair
D) Tennessee Centennial Exposition
- 4. What is the architectural style of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Romanesque
B) Modernist
C) Classical Greek
D) Gothic
- 5. Who designed the original Parthenon in Athens?
A) Eupalinos and Hippodamus
B) Phidias and Socrates
C) Vitruvius and Pericles
D) Ictinus and Callicrates
- 6. What type of museum is located in the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Children's museum
B) History museum
C) Science museum
D) Art museum
- 7. Who designed the original Nashville Parthenon?
A) Frank Lloyd Wright
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Richard Meier
D) Le Corbusier
- 8. What feature of the Parthenon helps enhance its visual effect?
A) Entasis in the columns
B) Colored tiles
C) Straight lines throughout
D) Flat columns
- 9. What is a common event held at the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Trade shows
B) Art exhibitions
C) Sports events
D) Concerts
- 10. The Nashville Parthenon is located in which park?
A) Radnor Lake State Park
B) Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
C) Centennial Park
D) Shelby Farms Park
- 11. Which architectural feature provides balance to the Parthenon's construction?
A) Angled design
B) Asymmetrical design
C) Symmetrical design
D) Curved design
- 12. What is the architectural order of the columns of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Corinthian
B) Ionic
C) Doric
D) Composite
- 13. In which American city is the Nashville Parthenon located?
A) Atlanta, Georgia
B) Memphis, Tennessee
C) Austin, Texas
D) Nashville, Tennessee
- 14. What significant statue can be found inside the Parthenon?
A) Hercules
B) Zeus
C) Athena Parthenos
D) Poseidon
- 15. What is the height of the statue of Athena in the Parthenon?
A) 25 feet
B) 30 feet
C) 50 feet
D) 42 feet
- 16. Who suggested building a reproduction of the Parthenon for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition?
A) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Russell Hart
D) George Julian Zolnay
- 17. What nickname is associated with Nashville?
A) Athens of the South
B) City of Music
C) Music City
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) William Crawford Smith
D) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
- 19. Which theatrical production was performed at the Parthenon in 1913?
A) The Mystery at Thanatos
B) The Fire Regained
C) Athenian Myths
D) Spring Pageant
- 20. Who wrote 'The Fire Regained' performed in the Parthenon?
A) Sidney Mttron Hirsch
B) George Julian Zolnay
C) Russell Hart
D) William Crawford Smith
- 21. What year was the exterior of the Parthenon completed during its reconstruction?
A) 1931
B) 1914
C) 1897
D) 1925
- 22. Who donated the paintings for the Parthenon's permanent collection?
A) Craig McDonald
B) Robert Altman
C) Alan LeQuire
D) James M. Cowan
- 23. In what year was the replica of the Athena Parthenos statue completed?
A) 1982
B) 2001
C) 1990
D) 1975
- 24. What material covers the statue of Athena Parthenos as of 2002?
A) Bronze
B) Silver
C) Gold leaf
D) Marble
- 25. Which Greek playwright's work was performed at the Parthenon in Nashville?
A) Plato
B) Homer
C) Aristophanes
D) Euripides
- 26. What type of event took place at the Parthenon for Robert Altman's film?
A) Battle scene
B) Political rally
C) Musical concert
D) Theater production
- 27. In which film did the Parthenon serve as a backdrop for a battle against Hydra?
A) Nashville
B) Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
C) Metamorphoses
D) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
- 28. What year did the Nashville Parthenon receive exterior cleaning and restoration?
A) 1990
B) 1982
C) 2010
D) 2001
- 29. Which album features a song titled 'Nashville Parthenon'?
A) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
B) Etiquette, by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone
C) Metamorphoses
D) Three Chords and The Truth
- 30. What type of performances were held inside the Parthenon at the foot of Athena's statue?
A) Robert Altman's Nashville
B) Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses
C) Euripides' Medea
D) Sophocles' Antigone
- 31. What did some followers of Goddess Spirituality practices leave near the statue?
A) Books
B) Paintings
C) Ritual offerings
D) Coins
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