Nike of Samothrace: An Exploration

Where was the Nike of Samothrace originally located?

• At the Altar of Zeus at Pergamon

• In the Sanctuary of the Great Gods on the Island of Samothrace

• In the Parthenon

• In the Acropolis of Athens

During which period was the Nike of Samothrace carved?

• Hellenistic period

• Roman period

• Byzantine period

• Classical period

What is a notable feature of the drapery on the Nike of Samothrace?

• It is heavily ornamented

• It is completely smooth

• It appears to be whipped by the wind

• It is made of metal

What is unique about the posture of the Nike of Samothrace?

• It is holding a shield

• It is sitting on a throne

• It is lying down

• It shows a tension between upward and downward movement

What materials are used in the Nike of Samothrace sculpture?

• Bronze and gold

• Wood and clay

• Iron and copper

• Pinkish white marble and grayish stone