Architectural Elements and Styles

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What is the term for the horizontal molding that runs along the top of a wall?

  1. Cornice

  2. Pediment

  3. Frieze

  4. Architrave


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cornice is a horizontal molding that runs along the top of a wall, typically consisting of a projecting molding and a frieze.

What is the term for the triangular area above a portico or entrance?

  1. Pediment

  2. Frieze

  3. Architrave

  4. Cornice


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The pediment is the triangular area above a portico or entrance, typically containing sculptures or other decorative elements.

What is the term for the horizontal band of decoration that runs along the top of a wall or frieze?

  1. Cornice

  2. Pediment

  3. Frieze

  4. Architrave


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The frieze is the horizontal band of decoration that runs along the top of a wall or frieze, typically consisting of a series of sculptures or other decorative elements.

What is the term for the vertical molding that frames a door or window?

  1. Cornice

  2. Pediment

  3. Frieze

  4. Architrave


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The architrave is the vertical molding that frames a door or window, typically consisting of a lintel and two jambs.

What is the term for the rounded arch that is characteristic of Romanesque architecture?

  1. Pointed arch

  2. Round arch

  3. Segmental arch

  4. Tudor arch


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The round arch is a rounded arch that is characteristic of Romanesque architecture, and is typically made of stone or brick.

What is the term for the pointed arch that is characteristic of Gothic architecture?

  1. Pointed arch

  2. Round arch

  3. Segmental arch

  4. Tudor arch


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The pointed arch is a pointed arch that is characteristic of Gothic architecture, and is typically made of stone or brick.

What is the term for the flat arch that is characteristic of Renaissance architecture?

  1. Pointed arch

  2. Round arch

  3. Segmental arch

  4. Tudor arch


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The segmental arch is a flat arch that is characteristic of Renaissance architecture, and is typically made of stone or brick.

What is the term for the four-centered arch that is characteristic of Tudor architecture?

  1. Pointed arch

  2. Round arch

  3. Segmental arch

  4. Tudor arch


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Tudor arch is a four-centered arch that is characteristic of Tudor architecture, and is typically made of stone or brick.

What is the term for the type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge?

  1. Gable roof

  2. Hip roof

  3. Mansard roof

  4. Gambrel roof


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The gable roof is a type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge, and is typically made of wood or metal.

What is the term for the type of roof that is characterized by four sloping sides that meet at a ridge?

  1. Gable roof

  2. Hip roof

  3. Mansard roof

  4. Gambrel roof


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The hip roof is a type of roof that is characterized by four sloping sides that meet at a ridge, and is typically made of wood or metal.

What is the term for the type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge, with a steeper slope on one side?

  1. Gable roof

  2. Hip roof

  3. Mansard roof

  4. Gambrel roof


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The gambrel roof is a type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge, with a steeper slope on one side, and is typically made of wood or metal.

What is the term for the type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge, with a flat section at the top?

  1. Gable roof

  2. Hip roof

  3. Mansard roof

  4. Gambrel roof


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The mansard roof is a type of roof that is characterized by two sloping sides that meet at a ridge, with a flat section at the top, and is typically made of wood or metal.

What is the term for the type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with volutes?

  1. Doric column

  2. Ionic column

  3. Corinthian column

  4. Composite column


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Ionic column is a type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with volutes, and is typically made of stone or marble.

What is the term for the type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with acanthus leaves?

  1. Doric column

  2. Ionic column

  3. Corinthian column

  4. Composite column


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Corinthian column is a type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with acanthus leaves, and is typically made of stone or marble.

What is the term for the type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with both volutes and acanthus leaves?

  1. Doric column

  2. Ionic column

  3. Corinthian column

  4. Composite column


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The composite column is a type of column that has a circular shaft and a capital that is decorated with both volutes and acanthus leaves, and is typically made of stone or marble.

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