Ancient Roman Art: Discover the Art of the Roman Empire

Question 1

Which famous sculpture is from ancient Rome?

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Venus de Milo

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Mona Lisa

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The Scream

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The David

Question 2

What is a mosaic?

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A picture made with small pieces of colored stone or glass

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A painting created with oil paints

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A carving made from a single block of marble

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A drawing drawn with charcoal or pencil

Question 3

What is a distinctive characteristic of Roman paintings?

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Lifelike depictions of everyday scenes

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Religious and symbolic themes

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Abstract patterns with bright colors

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Three-dimensional and sculptural effects

Question 4

What is a fresco?

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A painting made on wet plaster with dry pigments

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A painting made on canvas with oil paints

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A painting made on paper with watercolors

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A painting made on wood with acrylic paints

Question 5

Which of these is NOT an example of ancient Roman art?

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Photography

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Sculpture

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Mosaic

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Painting

Question 6

Who is the Roman goddess of love and beauty?

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Aphrodite

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Athena

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Hera

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Artemis

Question 7

What is the purpose of the Arch of Constantine?

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To honor Emperor Constantine's victory

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To serve as a gateway to the city

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To commemorate the founding of Rome

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To provide shelter from the sun and rain

Question 8

Which type of art uses small pieces of colored material to form pictures?

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Mosaic

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Painting

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Sketching

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Carving

Question 9

What is the name of the first Roman emperor, who appears in many ancient Roman sculptures?

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Augustus

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Julius Caesar

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Nero

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Constantine

Question 10

What was the main purpose of many ancient Roman paintings?

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To decorate homes and temples

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To record historical events

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To teach religious lessons

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To entertain the wealthy

Question 11

What is a common theme in ancient Roman mosaics?

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Everyday activities and scenes

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Scenes of nature and landscapes

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Stories from Greek mythology

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Portraits of famous people

Question 12

What is a general characteristic of ancient Roman art as a whole?

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Emphasis on realism and accuracy

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Use of geometric patterns and designs

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Expression of strong emotions

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Abstraction and use of symbols

Question 13

What did Roman artists often paint in their paintings?

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People

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Animals

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Landscapes

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Still life

Question 14

Which of these is a famous Roman marble sculpture of a goddess?

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Venus de Milo

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Mona Lisa

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The Thinker

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Winged Victory

Question 15

What material were Roman mosaics commonly made from?

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Glass pieces

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Marble

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Paint

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Wood

Question 16

Which Roman emperor was known for his grand palace and collection of art?

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Nero

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Julius Caesar

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Augustus

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Marcus Aurelius

Question 17

What technique used in Roman paintings creates the illusion of depth?

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Perspective

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Chiaroscuro

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Fresco

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Impressionism

Question 18

Which of the following was NOT a popular subject in ancient Roman art?

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Landscapes

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Gods and goddesses

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Battle scenes

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Animals

Question 19

Which famous Roman amphitheater is located in the city of Rome?

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Colosseum

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Pantheon

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Circus Maximus

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Hadrian's Wall

Question 20

What is a characteristic of Roman portrait sculptures?

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They are often both realistic and show the person's individuality

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They are abstract and use symbols to represent people

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They are very emotional and expressive

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They are painted in a style similar to impressionist paintings

Question 21

What is a kind of Roman art where colorful tiles are put together to make images?

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Mosaics

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Statues

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Paintings

Question 22

Which animal was often used in Roman sculptures to show how strong they were?

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Lion

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Horse

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Eagle

Question 23

What special color did the Romans often use in mosaics to make them look like they were shining?

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Gold

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Red

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Blue

Question 24

What did Romans like to paint on the walls inside their houses?

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Pictures of gods and goddesses

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Pictures of themselves

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Pictures of nature

Question 25

Which of these is a well-known Roman mosaic?

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Alexander Mosaic

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Mona Lisa

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The Last Supper

Question 26

What did the Romans use to hold the tiles together in their mosaics?

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Mortar

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Cement

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Glue

Question 27

Which ancient Roman art form used small pieces of colored glass or stone to create images?

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Mosaics

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Paintings

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Sculptures

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Architecture

Question 28

Which of these was not a type of ancient Roman art?

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Comics

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Pottery

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Jewelry

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Architecture

Question 29

Roman art helped tell stories about their history and heroes. How did they do this?

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They showed important events and people.

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They only decorated temples and palaces.

Question 30

How does Roman art stand out from Greek art?

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Roman art is more realistic in portraying people and objects.

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Roman art uses more colors than Greek art.

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Roman art often includes abstract shapes and designs.

Question 31

How did Roman portrait sculptures evolve over time?

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They became more realistic.

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They became more intricate.

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They became more vibrant.

Question 32

Which famous ancient Roman sculpture depicts a group of figures struggling with serpents?

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Laocoön and His Sons

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Discobolus

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Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius

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Dying Gaul

Question 33

Which type of art in ancient Rome used small pieces of material to create a design?

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Mosaics

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Sculptures

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Paintings

Question 34

Why were arches used in ancient Roman buildings?

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To support the structure

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To make buildings look more beautiful

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To create open spaces

Question 35

What was the name of the big stadium in Rome where gladiator fights were held?

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The Circus Maximus

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The Pantheon

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The Roman Forum

Question 36

What made Roman sculptures different?

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They looked very realistic

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They showed people in perfect shape

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They used abstract shapes

Question 37

What was the Forum's purpose in ancient Rome?

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A place for citizens to meet

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A place to buy and sell goods

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A place for religious worship

Question 38

What did Roman paintings from the Pompeii area often show?

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Scenes from everyday life

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Stories from myths

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Portraits of people

Question 39

Which Roman emperor was known for supporting artists and the arts?

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Augustus

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Julius Caesar

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Marcus Aurelius

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Constantine

Question 40

What is the name of the famous Roman stadium?

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Colosseum

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Pantheon

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Forum Romanum

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Circus Maximus

Question 41

Which techniques were used in Roman painting?

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Both fresco and encaustic

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Fresco

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Encaustic

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Tempera

Question 42

Which of these is NOT an example of Roman art?

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A painting from the Renaissance period

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A statue of a Roman god

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A mosaic depicting a historical event

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A bronze bust of an emperor

Question 43

Which of the following features is characteristic of Roman sculptures?

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Detailed and realistic facial expressions

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Bright and vibrant colors

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Abstract and geometric shapes

Question 44

What was a common subject depicted in Roman mosaics?

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Scenes from daily life and events

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Religious symbols and figures

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Complex and abstract geometric patterns

Question 45

Which of the following was NOT a technique used in Roman paintings?

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Oil painting (using oil as a binder)

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Fresco (painting on wet plaster)

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Tempera (using egg yolk as a binder)

Question 46

What is the name of the iconic Roman amphitheater located in the heart of Rome?

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The impressive Colosseum

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The grand Circus Maximus

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The magnificent Pantheon

Question 47

Which key feature is commonly found in Roman mosaics?

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The use of small, colorful tiles

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The depiction of lifelike three-dimensional figures

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An emphasis on perfect symmetry

Question 48

What was the primary goal of Roman paintings?

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To decorate walls, ceilings, and other surfaces

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To tell stories and illustrate events

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To create sacred religious images

Question 49

Which Roman emperor was known for his strong support of the arts and culture?

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Augustus, the first Roman emperor

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Trajan, a powerful military leader

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Constantine, the emperor who converted to Christianity

Question 50

Which of these is not a type of ancient Roman art?

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Origami

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Relief carvings

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Mosaics

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Paintings

Question 51

Who was a Roman emperor who built the Colosseum?

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Nero

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Julius Caesar

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Augustus

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Trajan

Question 52

What was a technique used to create intricate patterns in Roman mosaics?

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Tesserae

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Painting

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Carving

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Weaving

Question 53

Which of these is a famous Roman painting showing people in their homes and at work?

Accepted Answer

Pompeii Frescoes

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Mona Lisa

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The Sistine Madonna

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The Bayeux Tapestry

Question 54

Which of these is a characteristic of Roman sculptures?

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Realistic details

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Abstract forms

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Use of bright colors

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Simple geometric shapes

Question 55

How did the conquest of Greece influence Roman art?

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It introduced new artistic styles and techniques.

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It led to the decline of Roman art.

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It had no significant influence.

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It resulted in the destruction of Roman artworks.