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Greek Architecture

Here you can test your knowledge about the Greek architecture in the Classical Period.

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Corinthian ColumnElaborate capital, seldom used
Doric ColumnSimple capital, plain looking
Ionic ColumnCapital decorated with a volute
AcropolisLiterally means "the highest point of the city"
AgoraCommunity center for trade and meetings
Parthenon"Supreme achievement of Greek architecture"
ErectheionThis temple is dedicated to Erectheus, Athena, and Poseidon
PropyaliaThe "gateway to the Acropolis"
TheaterBuilt into hillsides with three main parts.
Temple of Athena NikeNear the gateway to the Acropolis
StoaLong-roofed colonnade with wall along one side and columns along the other
TholosBuilding where offerings were made
Temple of ApolloLocated in Didyma, Turkey, but built by Greeks
Tower of the WindsWeather vane, sundial, and water clock
Temple of HephaistosWas once known as the Theseum
StadiumProvides space for athletic events
Doric OrderOrder the Parthenon was built in
Ionic OrderOrder the Temple of Athena nike was built in
Corinthian OrderOrder the Temple of Zeus was built in


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