Temple of Artemis (Ephesus, Turkey — c. 550 BC) — Questions and answers

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What was another name for the Temple of Artemis?

Choices

  1. The Temple of Samos
  2. The Temple of Diana ✓
  3. The Parthenon
  4. The Beacon of Marble

Answer: The Temple of Diana

From page 1

What did Theodorus pray to Artemis for in the sacred grove?

Choices

  1. For more gold
  2. For wisdom to build the temple ✓
  3. For a successful hunt
  4. For strong laborers

Answer: For wisdom to build the temple

From page 5

How many columns did the Temple of Artemis have, and how tall were they?

Choices

  1. 60 columns, each 127 feet tall
  2. 127 columns, each 60 feet tall ✓
  3. 27 columns, each 100 feet tall
  4. 70 columns, each 160 feet tall

Answer: 127 columns, each 60 feet tall

From page 6

What qualities did Theodorus want the statue of Artemis to show?

Choices

  1. Anger and swiftness
  2. Sadness and quietness
  3. Serenity, strength, grace, and command ✓
  4. Fear and confusion

Answer: Serenity, strength, grace, and command

From page 7

How did Theodorus feel when the temple was finally finished?

Choices

  1. Angry and frustrated
  2. Tired and bored
  3. Excited and joyful
  4. Emotional and relieved ✓

Answer: Emotional and relieved

From page 9