Architecture & Design

Which 19th-20th century art movement focused on organic and fluid curvilinear lines, such as seen in this image, that were popular with artists such as Alphonse Mucha and Gustav Klimt?

Art Nouveau

Which structure, designed by William Van Alen, was the tallest building in the world in 1930?

Chrysler Building

What is the term for a row of columns in the area highlighted in this image? Image of Parthenon

Colonade

Which ancient Roman structure was built under the direction of Vespasian, attempting to entertain the populace who suffered under his predecessor, Nero?

Colosseum

What is the simplest ancient architectural order that does not contain a volute or acanthus leaves, and whose column does not have a base?

Doric

Which architect designed organic structures, such as Fallingwater?

Frank Lloyd Wright

Who was a Greek city planner that devised a scheme to organize Athens in rectangular blocks?

Hippodamos

Which image is that of the Solomon A. Guggenheim Museum in New York designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, in which visitors are directed up an elevator and then walk in a gentle spiraling direction downward while viewing artwork?

Image of Solomon A. Guggerhaim Museum https://static.k12.com/nextgen_media/assets/1204714-424140.JPG

Which structure located at the entryway to Babylon signifies the wealth and power of the city?

Ishtar Gate

From what architectural element in a mosque are worshippers called to pray?

Minaret

Which American structure resembles the Roman Pantheon due to its triangular pediment and domed roof?

Monticello

Which statement about the Brooklyn Bridge is false?

Pedestrians are not permitted to cross the bridge.

Match the term/concept to the correct description relating to the arts.

Planning - Field of geography Flying buttress - Exterior architectural support system Kiva - Circular Native American structure used for astronomical and ritual purposes Aqueduct - Structure used to transport water Order - Architectural style Acanthus - Type of leaf found on Corinthian capitals Suburb - Residential community within commuting distance to a city Khufu - Pharaoh of the largest of the Great Pyramids in Giza, Egypt Mosque - Place of worship for Muslims Mihrab - Niche located closest to Mecca

What was found at Pueblo Bonito in Chaco Canyon, New Mexico?

Remains of a multi-storied structure resembling an apartment complex

Which of the following is NOT true about the Ishtar Gate?

There were images of turtles, monkeys, and wild geese painted on the bricks.

Why was the Pont du Gard built in ancient Roman times?

to transport water to the city of Nimes