Questions & Answers
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Architectural History Basics study set below.
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1
Which ancient structure is the only one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still largely intact?
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A
The Lighthouse of Alexandria
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B
The Great Pyramid of Giza
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C
The Colossus of Rhodes
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D
The Hanging Gardens of Babylon
2
In which city is the famous Leaning Tower located?
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A
Rome
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B
Venice
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C
Pisa
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D
Florence
3
The Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, is located on the Acropolis of which city?
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A
Athens
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B
Sparta
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C
Rome
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D
Istanbul
4
Which architectural style is characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and flying buttresses?
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A
Classical
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B
Gothic
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C
Baroque
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D
Art Deco
5
The Taj Mahal, a white marble mausoleum, is located in which country?
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A
Pakistan
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B
India
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C
Bangladesh
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D
Iran
6
Which building serves as the official residence and workplace of the President of the United States?
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A
The Capitol
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B
The Pentagon
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C
The White House
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D
The Supreme Court
7
The Colosseum, the largest ancient amphitheater ever built, is located in which city?
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A
Naples
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B
Milan
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C
Rome
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D
Florence
8
Which famous French landmark was constructed as the entrance arch for the 1889 World's Fair?
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A
The Louvre
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B
The Arc de Triomphe
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C
The Eiffel Tower
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D
Notre-Dame Cathedral
9
What is the name of the sprawling palace complex in Beijing that served as the home of Chinese emperors for 500 years?
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A
The Forbidden City
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B
The Summer Palace
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C
The Temple of Heaven
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D
The Potala Palace
10
Which structure is considered the most famous example of Sydney's skyline and is known for its sail-like design?
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A
Sydney Tower
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B
Sydney Harbour Bridge
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C
Sydney Opera House
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D
Parliament House
11
The Hagia Sophia, famous for its massive dome, is located in which city?
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A
Cairo
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B
Athens
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C
Istanbul
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D
Jerusalem
12
Which iconic London clock tower is often mistakenly referred to as Big Ben?
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A
The Shard
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B
Elizabeth Tower
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C
Tower Bridge
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D
St. Paul's Cathedral
13
What building material was widely used by the Romans to create durable structures like the Pantheon?
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A
Steel
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B
Concrete
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C
Glass
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D
Plastic
14
Which architectural movement, popular in the 1920s and 1930s, is known for its geometric shapes and bold colors?
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A
Art Deco
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B
Neoclassical
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C
Victorian
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D
Minimalism
15
The Sagrada Família, a massive unfinished basilica, is located in which Spanish city?
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A
Madrid
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B
Seville
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C
Barcelona
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D
Valencia
