Understanding terminology that describes Ancient Greek and Roman architecture

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AP Art History › Understanding terminology that describes Ancient Greek and Roman architecture

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The Roman building the Pantheon features columns in the style called __________.

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The ______________ refers to the use of a different architectural order (Tuscan, Ionic, Corinthian) on each level of a building, as on the Colosseum.

3

A _____________ is a circular building in Greek and Roman architecture.

4

A ______________ column resembles a Doric column, but it is unfluted and has a base.

5

A(n) ___________ is a circular opening at the top & center of a dome.

6

A horizontal area of sculpted decoration on a wall close to the ceiling is known as a(n) ___________________.

7

An Ionic column is distinguished by __________.

8

A __________ is a triangular gable found over major architectural elements, especially the porch of Classical temples.

9

The chamber at the center of an ancient temple is called a ________________.

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Female figures supporting an overhang in place of columns are known as __________.

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