Unit 4 Week 2: Building on Nature: The Life of Antoni Gaudi

Who was Antoni Gaudi?

• A famous painter known for his abstract art.

• A renowned architect known for his unique and creative buildings inspired by nature.

• A musician celebrated for his classical compositions.

• A writer famous for his novels about architecture.

What does it mean for a building to be interesting?

• A building is interesting if it has unique features that catch people's attention.

• A building is interesting if it is the tallest in the city.

• A building is interesting if it has a plain design and no decorations.

• A building is interesting if it is located in a remote area.

What is a monument?

• A structure or statue built to remember a person or an event.

• A type of building used for residential purposes.

• A decorative piece of art displayed in museums.

• A large public park with various recreational facilities.

What does it mean to observe?

• To watch something carefully.

• To ignore something completely.

• To listen attentively to sounds.

• To touch something gently.

What is creativity?

• Creativity is the ability to come up with new and original ideas.

• Creativity is the process of following established rules and guidelines.

• Creativity is the skill of imitating others' work effectively.

• Creativity is the ability to memorize information quickly.

What is an example of Gaudi's work?

• Sagrada Familia, a famous church in Barcelona

• Eiffel Tower, a wrought-iron lattice tower in Paris

• Colosseum, an ancient amphitheater in Rome

• Taj Mahal, a white marble mausoleum in India

What is an example of a statue?

• A painting of a landscape

• A sculpture of a person or animal, like a statue of a lion.

• A photograph of a building

• A drawing of a flower

Why did Gaudi study problems for a long time?

• To find the best solutions for his unique designs.

• To impress his peers with his knowledge.

• To avoid working on his projects.

• To learn about different architectural styles.

What does it mean for a building to curve?

• It has a shape that is not straight, like a wave.

• It is built with a circular foundation.

• It has multiple floors stacked vertically.

• It is designed to withstand earthquakes.

What does it mean for something to sparkle?

• To shine brightly with small flashes of light.

• To emit a dull glow without any brightness.

• To reflect light in a scattered manner.

• To absorb light completely without any reflection.