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1. Portraits from the Republican period are usually

2. The Ara Pacis Augustae promotes a message of

3. The statue of Augustus of Primaporta is probably based on

4. Define arch

5. A round arch consists of the following

6. Another name for a large carved coffin is a:

7. Who was the Roman Emperor that succeeded Hadrian, and was known from his military and intellectual achievements?

8. The Esquuiline tomb painting was probably commissioned by Quintus Fabius, a Roman

9. the title 'Augustus' means

10. Two areas in a Roman house that are open to the sky and might have a shallow pool are the:

11. What does the Arch of Titus commemorate?

12. In the Temple dedicated to Portunus, which of the following shows a Greek influence?

13. The Maison Carree was long thought to be dedicated to Rome and Augustus, but now it is thought to been dedicated to

14. The theme of wall paintings in the Villa of Mysteries is probably:

15. Identify the significance of the Scenes of Dionysiac Mystery Cult at the Villa of the Mysteries

16. Augustus's triumphal return to Rome after establishing Roman rule in Gaul is commemorated in the:

17. What is the Equestrian Statue of Marcus Aurelius made of?

18. An engaged column-like element that is rectangular instead of rounded is called a:

19. What is the striking difference between depictions of the Greek procession on the Parthenon and the Roman procession on the Ara Pacis?

20. What device is used inside the dome of the Pantheon to lighten its weight?

21. X-ray diffractometry and infrared spectography confirm that ancient artists often used bright____________in their sculptures

22. Which were the two Roman architectural orders

23. In 330 CE Constantine:

24. Which of the following is a series of arches in a row?

25. In 509 BCE the Romans