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1. Is this an example of cyclonic masonry?

No - Masonry -- not built out of collosal stones but smaller stones covered with a lime concrete.

Yes - Masonry constructed with a combination of stones and large timber beams.

No - Masonry made entirely of glass blocks.

Yes - Masonry built using massive stones without any mortar.

Cyclonic masonry refers to a type of ancient construction method using massive stones without any mortar. In this case, the structure described does not fit the characteristics of cyclonic masonry as it is built using smaller stones covered with lime concrete.

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Explore the rich tapestry of Ancient Aegean Art through an engaging exploration of its artistic achievements. This quiz enhances understanding of Aegean artistic styles, cultural significance, and historical context, ideal for students and enthusiasts eager to deepen their knowledge in art history.

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2. Which ancient culture prominently featured marine depictions, most notably dolphins at Knossos Palace?

Minoan Culture - dolphins at Knossos Palace

Ancient Roman Culture - sea battles

Ancient Chinese Culture - dragon boat festivals

Ancient Egyptian Culture - Nile River scenes

The Minoan Culture, known for their advanced marine frescoes, particularly at Knossos Palace, depicted dolphins in various artistic contexts.

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The Minoan Culture, known for their advanced marine frescoes, particularly at Knossos Palace, depicted dolphins in various artistic contexts.

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3. What is the Bull Jumper from the palace complex, Knossos, Crete made of?

Brass with silver accents.

Bull Jumper from the palace complex, Knossos, Crete c. 1700-1550 BCEIvory with gilt bronze wire. length 11 5/8"Ivory would have... Bull Jumper from the palace complex, Knossos, Crete c. 1700-1550 BCEIvory with gilt bronze wire. length 11 5/8"Ivory would have been imported from Africa or India

Stone with copper decorations.

Wood with iron embellishments.

The Bull Jumper from the palace complex, Knossos, Crete is made of Ivory with gilt bronze wire. Ivory would have been imported from Africa or India.

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The Bull Jumper from the palace complex, Knossos, Crete is made of Ivory with gilt bronze wire. Ivory would have been imported from Africa or India.

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4. What object is described as a bull made with shell, rock crystal, jasper, and gilt wood?

Sofa

Ritual Vessel - Rhyton - as a bull made with shell, rock crystal, jasper and guilt wood (clay with a... Ritual Vessel - Rhyton - as a bull made with shell, rock crystal, jasper and guilt wood (clay with a pigment added to the surface you want to guild, coat the article in a little bit of water and take your gold leaf and a little oil from your skin and touch to the gold leaf and adheres the gold leaf to the clay.

Dining Table

Rice Cooker

The correct answer refers to a specific type of object used in rituals, not everyday household items.

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The correct answer refers to a specific type of object used in rituals, not everyday household items.

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5. What ancient artifact is depicted in the image?

Roman Shield found near Alexandria, Egypt 300-200 BCE

Chinese Terracotta Warrior from the Ming Dynasty, 1368-1644 CE

Vapheio Cupusing a technique called repousseMinoan cup - but found near Sparta, Greece 1650-1450 BCEGold, 3 1/2"luring the bull with... Vapheio Cupusing a technique called repousseMinoan cup - but found near Sparta, Greece 1650-1450 BCEGold, 3 1/2"luring the bull with a cow to the festival for the bull dancetextures of the ground and leaves and foliage and not a lot of negative space

Egyptian Scarab Amulet unearthed in Rome, 100-200 CE

The question is asking about an ancient artifact, specifically the Vapheio Cup, which is a Minoan cup found near Sparta, Greece dating back to 1650-1450 BCE. The cup is made of gold and features intricate designs of luring a bull with a cow to a festival for the bull dance, with detailed textures and minimal negative space.

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6. What is repousse?

Pounding the image out through the back which then raises

Creating an image by pressing it into a surface.

Drawing an image with fine-tipped pens.

Carving an image into wood using a chisel.

Repousse is a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief.

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Repousse is a metalworking technique in which a malleable metal is shaped by hammering from the reverse side to create a design in low relief.

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7. What is the object known as Octupus Jar, Crete, 1500 BCE?

Stonehenge, England, 3000 BCE

Mona Lisa, Italy, 1503 CE

Octupus Jar, Crete, 1500 BCEmoving toward a more naturalistic design with the curves and shapesclay ceramics

Venus de Milo, Greece, 100 BCE

The Octupus Jar is a specific object with a known origin and time period. The other three options are famous works of art or historical sites, but they do not match the description provided in the question.

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8. What is the name of the statue also known as Minoan Lady and has connections to Egyptian art?

La Parisienne -- also known as Minoan Ladyconnection between her and egyptian art -- profile but eye full onindications that... La Parisienne -- also known as Minoan Ladyconnection between her and egyptian art -- profile but eye full onindications that she was a goddess because of the collar wearing

The Thinker

Venus de Milo

The Discus Thrower

La Parisienne, also known as Minoan Lady, is a statue with a profile but eyes full on, indicating she was a goddess because of the collar she is wearing. The connections to Egyptian art provide insights into cultural exchanges during ancient times.

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9. What is depicted in the Springtime Fresco, Thera 1650 BCE?

A battle scene from ancient Greece

A portrait of a famous historical figure

Springtime Fresco, Thera 1650 BCEpreserved because of a volcanic explosion so the whole area covered with ashchange in culture how... Springtime Fresco, Thera 1650 BCEpreserved because of a volcanic explosion so the whole area covered with ashchange in culture how the culture depicts gardens and landscapesvery fantastical look at a garden but you can identify the mountains and the flower as a lily that grows there

The eruption of Mount Vesuvius

The Springtime Fresco from 1650 BCE showcases a garden and landscape, not an eruption or battle scene.

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The Springtime Fresco from 1650 BCE showcases a garden and landscape, not an eruption or battle scene.

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10. Who was Sir Arthur Evans?

A famous Roman general from ancient times.

Discovered Palace of Knossos (who penned the name Minoan Culture). He bought the entire palace complex and spent the rest... Discovered Palace of Knossos (who penned the name Minoan Culture). He bought the entire palace complex and spent the rest of his life excavating it. domesticated bees and brought in pomegranates from the mid-east. Homer recorded that they had 90 cities which seems like a lot. Based on where the palace was found decided that there were eight regions the island was divided into

The inventor of the printing press.

A famous explorer of the Amazon Rainforest.

Sir Arthur Evans is best known for his discovery and excavation of the Palace of Knossos, which led to the identification of the Minoan culture.

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Sir Arthur Evans is best known for his discovery and excavation of the Palace of Knossos, which led to the identification of the Minoan culture.

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11. What architectural structure is depicted in the image?

Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy

Eiffel Tower, France

Lion Gate at Mycenae, Greece1300-1250Flourished purely through conquestCorbelled Arch - gravity will hold the archrelief placed in the middleOn the... Lion Gate at Mycenae, Greece1300-1250Flourished purely through conquestCorbelled Arch - gravity will hold the archrelief placed in the middleOn the other side is a citadel and the other side is the natural barrierlarge cyclopic masonryeveryone could see everyone who enters

Great Wall of China

The architectural structure depicted in the image is the Lion Gate at Mycenae, Greece. It features a Corbelled Arch with a relief placed in the middle, and is known for its large cyclopic masonry. The gate was mainly used for defense and surveillance purposes, allowing everyone to see who enters through it.

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12. What is the Treasury of Atreus in Mycenae, Greece?

Beehive tomb and its corbelled vault (the Treasury of Atreus), Mycenae, Greece c. 1300-1200 BCE.StoneHeight of vault about 43'tholos tombs... Beehive tomb and its corbelled vault (the Treasury of Atreus), Mycenae, Greece c. 1300-1200 BCE.StoneHeight of vault about 43'tholos tombs circular burial chambersdead buried with military equipment

Eiffel Tower, Paris, France

Pyramid of Giza, Egypt

Colosseum, Rome, Italy

The Treasury of Atreus is a beehive tomb with a corbelled vault in Mycenae, Greece, not in Egypt, Italy, or France. It dates back to 1300-1200 BCE and is known for its circular burial chamber where the dead were buried with military equipment.

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13. What is this?

Silver necklace

Jade figurine

Gold funerary mask (of Aganemnon)repousse

Bronze sculpture

The correct answer is the gold funerary mask (of Agamemnon) repousse. The other options do not match the description of the item in question.

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The correct answer is the gold funerary mask (of Agamemnon) repousse. The other options do not match the description of the item in question.

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14. When did the Cycladic Culture exist?

Cycladic Culture, c. 500-300 BCE

Cycladic Culture, c. 800-500 BCE

Cycladic Culture, c. 2700-2300 BCE

Cycladic Culture, c. 1500-1000 BCE

The correct answer is 'Cycladic Culture, c. 2700-2300 BCE.' The Cycladic Culture existed during this time period in the Aegean islands of the Cyclades.

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The correct answer is 'Cycladic Culture, c. 2700-2300 BCE.' The Cycladic Culture existed during this time period in the Aegean islands of the Cyclades.

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15. What is Minoan Culture?

Minoan Culture was located in Rome during the 17th century.

Minoan Culture, c. 2000 - 1375 BCE - Crete is the centera sea faring culture, traders but also had a... Minoan Culture, c. 2000 - 1375 BCE - Crete is the centera sea faring culture, traders but also had a lot of agriculture on the land. It was a stratified society so many social levels. Had two kinds of writingMinoan Culture received name after King Minos

Minoan Culture was known for its military conquests and expansionism.

Minoan Culture was predominantly an inland society with no trade connections.

Minoan Culture was based on the island of Crete, not in Rome. They were a sea faring culture with trade connections. Additionally, they were not known for military conquests but rather for their peaceful trading and agricultural practices.

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16. When did Mycenaean Culture thrice?

Mycenaean Culture, c. 1300 - 900 BCE

Mycenaean Culture, c. 2000 - 1500 BCE

Mycenaean Culture, c. 1600 - 1200 BCE

Mycenaean Culture, c. 1000 - 500 BCE

Mycenaean Culture was prominent during the late Bronze Age, mostly between 1600 to 1200 BCE. It is characterized by its palatial centers, religious practices, warrior tombs, and written record in Linear B script.

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17. What is a Minotaur?

A type of extinct dinosaur.

- mythological half man-half bull

A legendary sea serpent.

An ancient Greek philosopher.

The Minotaur is a creature from Greek mythology, specifically from the story of Theseus and the Labyrinth. It was a being with the head of a bull and the body of a man, often depicted as a fearsome and powerful figure.

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18. What is a labyrinth?

A straight path

A pyramid

A circle

- a maze

A labyrinth is a complex and confusing arrangement, typically a maze, through which it is difficult to find a way.

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A labyrinth is a complex and confusing arrangement, typically a maze, through which it is difficult to find a way.

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19. What is Fresco?

A type of Italian bread

A form of abstract sculpture

- technique of wall painting on wet plaster

A style of dance originating in Latin America

Fresco is a technique of painting on wet plaster, allowing the pigments to be absorbed into the surface for long-lasting artwork.

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Fresco is a technique of painting on wet plaster, allowing the pigments to be absorbed into the surface for long-lasting artwork.

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20. What is a tholos?

- round temple or tomb

A type of musical instrument

A type of Greek dance

An ancient form of currency

A tholos is a round building, often used as a temple or tomb in ancient architecture.

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A tholos is a round building, often used as a temple or tomb in ancient architecture.

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21. What is Cyclopean masonry?

A style of architecture characterized by intricate carvings and designs.

- walls built of very large stones

A type of weapon used by ancient warriors.

A method of constructing buildings using small bricks.

Cyclopean masonry refers to walls built using very large stones, often without the use of mortar. This technique of construction was commonly used in ancient civilizations and is known for its durability and strength.

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22. What is the figure of a woman from the Cycladic culture, dating back to approximately 2500-2300 BCE, known as?

Roman Emperor Sculpture

Egyptian Pharaoh Figurine

Greek Goddess Statue

Figure of woman, Cycladic culture, c. 2500-2300 BCE (figure 2-20No system of writingmost objects found in a funerary contextcommonly called... Figure of woman, Cycladic culture, c. 2500-2300 BCE (figure 2-20No system of writingmost objects found in a funerary contextcommonly called Cycladic FigureShape that pops up is a triangle, pared down to very basic elements, relies on geometry which is one of the basic Greek thoughtsMade from marbleFound in Crete, on the mainland, indicating that they traveledCycladic figures tend to be femalecarved in the round so they don't stand up on their own

The figure is commonly referred to as a Cycladic Figure due to its origins and characteristics.

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The figure is commonly referred to as a Cycladic Figure due to its origins and characteristics.

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23. What is the Seated Harp Player, ca 2700-2500 BCE made from?

Seated Harp Player, ca 2700-2500 BCEmusicians depicted always as menmade from triangles and right anglesThis guy has more of a... Seated Harp Player, ca 2700-2500 BCEmusicians depicted always as menmade from triangles and right anglesThis guy has more of a fleshiness and roundness to his body that the Woman Cycladic Figure did notMarble

Wood

Bronze

Clay

The Seated Harp Player, ca 2700-2500 BCE is made from marble, not bronze, wood, or clay.

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The Seated Harp Player, ca 2700-2500 BCE is made from marble, not bronze, wood, or clay.

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24. What archaeological site is known for housing the Palace of Knossos, discovered by Sir Arthur Evans?

He Palace of Knossos, ca. 1700-1400 BCE discovered by Sir Arthur Evans (who penned the name Minoan Culture). He bought... He Palace of Knossos, ca. 1700-1400 BCE discovered by Sir Arthur Evans (who penned the name Minoan Culture). He bought the entire palace complex and spent the rest of his life excavating it. domesticated bees and brought in pomegranates from the mid-east. Homer recorded that they had 90 cities which seems like a lot. Based on where the palace was found decided that there were eight regions the island was divided into

The Colosseum in Rome

The Great Wall of China

The Pyramids of Giza

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25. What type of columns are these?

Corinthian columns known for their ornate decorations and acanthus leaf capitals.

Columns are all made of wood and painted. They are called inverted columns -- thicker at the top and thinner... Columns are all made of wood and painted. They are called inverted columns -- thicker at the top and thinner at the bottem. Makes it look shorter and probably not the best design to hold up your building

Ionic columns with scrolls on the capital, usually made of stone.

Doric columns made of marble with fluted shafts and simple capitals.

The correct answer describes inverted columns which are thicker at the top and thinner at the bottom, giving the illusion of a shorter column. This design might not be ideal for providing structural support.

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