CLAI013

BA Examination 2006
for External Students

Classical Studies
Greek and Roman architecture

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Time allowed: THREE hours

Answer FOUR Questions, Question 1 and THREE others
All questions carry equal marks
No credit will be given for attempting any further questions
Failure to cite specific examples will be penalized

University of London 2006

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1.

Describe and comment on points of significance in any three of the illustrations

provided (A F).

2.

Discuss the origins of monumentality in Greek architecture,

3.

Is it fair to say that channelled water supplies in Greek and Roman cities were more
for display than consumption?

4.

Discuss the nature of the architectural distinctions between Greek agora and Roman
forum.

5.

How would you explain the changes to the layout and composition of Greek
sanctuaries during the Hellenistic period?

6.

Discuss the evolution of the Graeco-Roman theatre as a built environment.

7.

Discuss the design and function of the Pantheon in Rome

8.

How are the differences between Greek and Roman town houses defined and
explained?

9.

What types of Greek buildings were associated with sports and how were their
functions expressed in their location, design and decoration?

10.

To what extent do you think Roman emperors were able to exert a personal
influence on the architecture of their age? Answer with specific reference to two
individual emperors.

11.

Discuss the changes to the urban built environment which were brought about by
Christianity.

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