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1. What famous ancient Greek architectural structure was built between 447-438 BCE by architects Iktinos & Kallikrates?

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The Parthenon is a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, located on the Athenian Acropolis. The Pantheon is a Roman temple, the Colosseum is a Roman amphitheater, and the Taj Mahal is a mausoleum in India, none of which were built by Iktinos & Kallikrates in ancient Greece.

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Explore the foundational elements of Ancient Greek Architecture in this focused assessment. Designed for UIC's AH110 course, it enhances understanding of architectural styles, techniques, and historical significance, tailored... see morefor art history enthusiasts and architecture students. see less

2. What is the name and the approximate date of construction of this ancient Greek building?

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The correct answer is Propylaia, which was built between 437 and 432 BCE by the architect Mnesikles. The Parthenon was actually built between 447 and 432 BCE by the architect Phidias. The Temple of Athena Nike was constructed between 420 and 406 BCE by Kallikrates. The Erechtheion was built between 421 and 406 BCE by Mnesikles.

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3. What is the name of the ancient temple built in 427-424 BCE by Kallikrates?

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The correct answer is the Temple of Athena, Nike, built between 427-424 BCE by the architect Kallikrates. The Parthenon is another famous ancient temple in Athens, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena. The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, dedicated to the goddess Artemis. The Temple of Zeus at Olympia was a large Doric temple in Olympia, Greece, built for the king of the gods, Zeus.

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4. What famous ancient Greek temple was designed by architect Mnesikles and constructed from 421-405 BCE?

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The correct answer is Erechtheion, a unique temple located on the Acropolis of Athens. The Parthenon, another famous temple, was designed by the architect Iktinos and also constructed on the Acropolis. The Acropolis is the elevated rocky outcrop where many important temples and buildings were located in ancient Greece. The Temple of Zeus, while significant, is located in Olympia and was built to honor the god Zeus.

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5. What is the name and historical background of this ancient artifact?

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The correct answer provided includes the name of the artifact (The Scraper), the year it was created (330 BCE), the origin (Greek), the creator (Lysippos), and the historical art period (Late Classical). The incorrect answers do not match the description of the artifact provided in the question.

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6. Who was the head sculpted by Lysippos in 330 BCE?

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The correct answer is 'Head of Alexander the Great' as it was sculpted by Lysippos in 330 BCE during the Late Classical period.

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7. What historical event took place in 310 BCE?

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The Battle of Issus took place in 310 BCE between Alexander the Great of Macedonia and Darius III of Persia. It is a significant event in ancient history.

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8. What is the name of this ancient artifact?

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The Altar of Zeus 175 BCE is a specific ancient artifact, distinct from the other options provided.

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9. What is the name of this sculpture?

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The correct answer refers to the famous sculpture of Laocoon and his Sons attributed to the artists Agesander, Athenodoros, and Polydorus of Rhodes during the Hellenistic period. The other options are well-known sculptures, but they are not the same as the one mentioned in the question.

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10. What is the name of this statue and what year was it created?

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The correct answer is Nike (Victory) of Samothrace 190 BCE. This statue is an iconic representation of victory in ancient Greek art, known for its dynamic composition and grandeur. Other options mentioned are famous statues created in different time periods.

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11. What is the famous sculpture known as Aphrodite of Melos?

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Aphrodite of Melos, also known as Venus de Milo, is an ancient Greek statue depicting the goddess of love and beauty. It was created in the Hellenistic period by Alexandros of Antioch. The other options provided are different famous sculptures with their respective artists and time periods.

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12. What is the name and approximate date of creation of this sculpture?

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The correct answer is Old Market Woman, which is a Hellenistic sculpture created between 150-100 BCE.

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13. What is the name of this ancient artifact?

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The correct answer provided is the Seated Boxer, which was created between 100-50 BCE by the artist Apollonios during the Hellenistic period. The other options are notable ancient sculptures from the same time period but not the same artifact.

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14. What is the name and date of construction of the ancient Greek temple designed by Paionios & Daphnis in the Hellenistic period?

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The correct answer refers to the Temple of Apollo located in Didyma, constructed between 300-287 BCE by the architects Paionios and Daphnis during the Hellenistic period. The incorrect answers provide information about other famous ancient Greek temples, each constructed by different architects in various periods.

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15. What ancient structure is depicted?

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The image depicts the Temple of Apollo in Veii, which dates back to 600-500 BCE. The other options provided are famous ancient structures from different time periods and locations.

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16. What is the Cemetery of La Banditaccia?

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The Cemetery of La Banditaccia is an Etruscan burial site located in Italy, dating back to the 7th-3rd century BC.

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17. What is the Tomb of the Reliefs?

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The Tomb of the Reliefs is dated to the 3rd century BC and is of Etruscan origin. It is known for its unique architectural features and the intricate reliefs found within.

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18. What is this?

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The correct answer describes a specific type of urn from the Etruscan civilization, known for their unique artistic styles. The incorrect answers are from different ancient civilizations and do not match the description of the item in question.

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19. What is this?

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The correct answer is Sarcophagus with Reclining Figures 520 BCE Etruscan, as it accurately identifies the object and its historical context.

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20. What is depicted in the image?

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The image depicts Apollo from the Temple of Apollo in Veii, an Etruscan artwork. The other options mentioned are significant historical structures from different civilizations and time periods.

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21. What is depicted in this artifact?

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The artifact in question is identified as the 'Head of a Man from 300 BCE' based on historical context and archaeological findings.

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22. What is depicted in this artifact?

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The artifact in question is an Etruscan Sarcophagus from the 2nd-1st century BC depicting reclining figures of a man and a wife, showcasing the Etruscan funerary art style.

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23. What is the Tomb of Hunting and Fishing?

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The Tomb of Hunting and Fishing is a specific historical site dated to the Etruscan period, known for its unique artwork and representation of daily life during that time.

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24. What is the Tomb of the Leopards?

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The Tomb of the Leopards is an archaeological site in Italy dating back to the Etruscan civilization, containing frescoes depicting dancing and banquet scenes.

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25. What is the Tomb of the Lionesses?

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The Tomb of the Lionesses is an Etruscan burial site dating back to 480-470 BCE, not to be confused with the other listed historical landmarks from different periods and regions.

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26. What is depicted in this image?

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The correct answer describes a specific type of artwork from ancient Rome, while the incorrect answers mention other types of art from different time periods and cultures.

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27. What is the artifact depicted in the image?

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The artifact in the image is a head of a Roman sculpture dating back to the 1st century BCE. It is not a vase from the Ming Dynasty, a Greek Sphinx sculpture, or a Mayan calendar stone.

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28. What is depicted in the image?

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The correct answer refers to a specific artwork, the Head of an Old Man from Osimo dating back to 50 BCE. The other options provided are not related to the given image and time period, making them incorrect choices for this question.

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29. What is depicted in the image?

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The image is actually a portrait of Augustus from Prima Porta, dating back to the 1st century Roman Republican period. It is a significant piece of Roman art depicting the first Roman emperor in his iconic pose.

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What famous ancient Greek temple was designed by architect Mnesikles...
What is the name and historical background of this ancient artifact?
Who was the head sculpted by Lysippos in 330 BCE?
What historical event took place in 310 BCE?
What is the name of this ancient artifact?
What is the name of this sculpture?
What is the name of this statue and what year was it created?
What is the famous sculpture known as Aphrodite of Melos?
What is the name and approximate date of creation of this sculpture?
What is the name of this ancient artifact?
What is the name and date of construction of the ancient Greek temple...
What ancient structure is depicted?
What is the Cemetery of La Banditaccia?
What is the Tomb of the Reliefs?
What is this?
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What is depicted in the image?
What is depicted in this artifact?
What is depicted in this artifact?
What is the Tomb of Hunting and Fishing?
What is the Tomb of the Leopards?
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