Turkey, Aphrodisias Sebasteion

The video explores the historical and cultural significance of Aphrodisias, a city in western Anatolia, Turkey. It highlights the city's dedication to Aphrodite and its transformation over time, including its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The video also delves into various artistic depictions found in the city, such as the mythological figures Prometheus and Heracles, the Roman conquest of Britain by Claudius, and the political dynamics between Nero and Agrippina. Additionally, it covers the representation of the Balkan tribe Pirusti, showcasing the rich artistic and historical tapestry of Aphrodisias.

What was the original name of the city now known as Aphrodisias?

• Steropolis

• Aphrodysius

• Ghayer

• Aphrodisia

Which family claimed divine descent from Aphrodite, according to the Sebasteion?

• The Flavian family

• The gens Julia

• The Severan dynasty

• The Antonine dynasty

What punishment did Prometheus face for giving fire to humans?

• His liver was eaten daily by an eagle

• He was banished to the underworld

• He was turned into a stone

• He was drowned in the ocean

Who liberated Prometheus from his punishment?

• Zeus

• Heracles

• Athena

• Apollo

What was the signature conquest of Claudius's regime depicted in the Sebasteion?

• The capture of Carthage

• The invasion of Britain

• The conquest of Gaul

• The annexation of Egypt

What symbol of fortune does Agrippina carry in the relief with Nero?

• A shield

• A scepter

• A cornucopia

• A laurel wreath

Which tribe is personified in the Sebasteion reliefs, defeated by Tiberius?

• The Gauls

• The Dacians

• The Parthians

• The Pirusti