Parthenon Marbles An Art Controversy with Christina Boszik

The video explores the Parthenon's history, focusing on the Frieze and its interpretations. It delves into the controversy surrounding the distribution of the Parthenon marbles, discussing arguments for and against their repatriation. The video advocates for compassion and unity in handling cultural artifacts, emphasizing the role of museums in telling the story of world history.

What roles has the Parthenon served throughout its history?

• A fortress, a palace, a mosque, and a museum

• A pagan temple, a church, a mosque, and a museum

• A theater, a church, a mosque, and a museum

• A library, a school, a mosque, and a museum

What is the Peplos scene believed to depict?

• A wedding ceremony of a Greek hero

• A priest handling a piece of cloth in a ritual

• A battle between gods and humans

• A market scene in ancient Athens

Where can the majority of the Parthenon marbles be found today?

• The Louvre in Paris

• The Acropolis Museum in Athens

• The British Museum in London

• The Vatican Museum

What was Lord Elgon's original plan for the marbles?

• To sell them to the highest bidder

• To donate them to the Ottoman Empire

• To make copies and return the originals

• To display them in his private collection

What is one argument against returning the marbles to Athens?

• It would increase tourism in Athens

• It would set a precedent for returning all cultural items to their origins

• It would decrease the value of the marbles

• It would lead to the destruction of the Parthenon

What aesthetic argument is made for keeping the marbles together?

• They are more valuable when separated

• They are less likely to be damaged when distributed

• Their beauty is enhanced when viewed in different locations

• Their symmetry and storytelling are best appreciated as a whole

What does the Greek word [FOREIGN] mean in the context of the marbles' debate?

• A friend of a foreigner

• A symbol of power

• A piece of art

• A historical artifact