Vocabulary & Terms
Roman Republic I
Roman Republic II
Elements of Roman Architecture
100
Which brothers in traditional myth founded the ancient city of Rome?
Romulus and Remus
100
This Roman temple takes aspects from greek ionic temples, such as it's large scale, but also takes inspiration from Etruscan temples with it's clear directional access. The temple includes new, yet notable architectural elements, such as an single entry way, podium, columned porch, and enclosed cella.
Temple of Portunus
100
Colosseum was built in the center of Rome, just east of the Roman Forum and directly on a portion of the site of tyrant _______'s former private palace grounds, the Domus Aurea.
Nero
100
A __________ (1) is the central, wedge-shaped stone at the top of an ______ (2) or vault that locks all other stones into place and allows the structure to bear weight.
1. keystone 2. arch
200
“In terms of design, the history of Roman architecture is a dialogue between the traditional rectilinear forms of Greek and early Italic post-and-lintel traditions on the one hand, and the freedoms afforded by this malleable material [________] on the other.”
Concrete
200
The Porticus Aemilia, was not only a ship-shed for the Roman Fleet where they would hold their ships during the winter, but is also...
The oldest concrete building in Rome
200
A canvas awning which protected the spectators from the heat of the sun; common feature of theaters and amphitheaters
Velarium
200
An architectural element in which a round column is embedded into a wall and partly projects from its surface
Engaged Columns
300
What was the Roman version of the Greek Doric Order of columns?
The Tuscan Order
300
The Temple of Vesta, Tabularium, Forum of Augustus, Basilica Amelia... are all structures with the....
Roman Forum
300
This ancient temple in Rome, was originally built under emperor Augustus and reconstructed under Hadrian, and now is also Catholic church, but it still remains the best preserved ancient Roman building.
The Pantheon
300
(PANTHEON) A semicircular or rectangular architectural recess, niche, or platform in walls of a rotunda—often featuring a permanent built-in bench and sometimes crowned by a semi-dome.
Exedrae
400
Likely inheriting techniques from the Etruscans, Rome revolutionized city-planning through the invention of the __________, which supplied a dependable flow of fresh water from distant sources directly into urban centers.
Aquaduct
400
This building was a permanent amphitheater for the gladiatorial games and mock sea battles
Colusseum
400
The amount of columns (eight) at the entrance of the Pantheon is known as....
Octastyle
400
Circular opening at the top of a dome used to admit the elements (light, as well as rain, and snow!)
Oculus
500
The blending of distinct artistic styles, motifs, and iconographic traditions from different cultures or religions to create a new, hybrid visual language
Syncretism
500
On the Colosseum we see architectural elements, such as the Tuscan order, engaged columns, and __________.
Pilasters
500
The Pantheon, before street levels rose, was intially on a ________. (A elevated stone or concrete platform (or continuous pedestal) that serves as the foundation and base for a building.)
Podium
500
Recessed, geometrically shaped panels in a ceiling. Originally with bronze rosettes (perhaps intended to resemble a starry night sky)
Coffers