Ancient Rome Architecture

The Roman Empire Social organisation had...

• The Equestrians on the top a the plebeians at the bottom of the pyramid.

• The Emperor on the top and the Foreigners at the bottom of the pyramid.

• The Emperor on the top and the slaves at the bottom of the pyramid.

• The Senators on the top and the slaves at the bottom of the pyramid.

Roman architecture was influenced by the following Etruscan characteristics: Select all that apply.

• Use of Vault

• Use of Arch

• Use of Dome

• Use of Archivolts.

Which of the following characteristics DOES NOT apply to the Ancient Rome period?

• Influence of the Greek orders

• Influence of the Etruscan use of Dome

• Gargoyles

• Influence of the Greek proportion

What were the primary building materials used in Roman architecture?

• stone, iron, concrete

• concrete, wood and rammed earth

• wood, mud, and straw

• concrete, brick, and stone

Name one famous Roman public building and describe its architectural features.

• The Colosseum - It is known for its elliptical shape and the use of arches and columns in its construction.

• The Circus Maximus - It is known for its square shape and the use of turrets and battlements in its construction.

• The Pantheon - It is known for its triangular shape and the use of domes and spires in its construction.

• The Roman Forum - It is known for its rectangular shape and the use of pyramids and obelisks in its construction.

Which Roman masterpiece is represented in the picture?

• Villa Adriana

• Colosseum

• Pantheon

• Maison Carrée

Which Roman masterpiece is represented in the picture?

• Villa Adriana

• Colosseum

• Pantheon

• Maison Carrée

In Roman Urban Planning which two names are given to the perpendicular axis that organises the city development? Select all that apply.

• Cardo

• Forum

• Decumanos

• Insula

Which are the residential typologies commonly used in the Ancient Roman Empire? Select all that apply.

• Piazza

• Insula

• Domus

• Villa

What were some common features of Roman residential architecture?

• Atriums, peristyles, and mosaic floors

• Fountains and Thermae

• Courtyards and domes

• Garden and temple