Early Architectural Systems

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The exterior of an architectural structure is called the _____________
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shell
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______________ is the art of building.
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architecture
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Which f the following is not one of the three Greek orders?
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Classical
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Of the three Greek orders, __1___ is the oldest and most stable, __2__ featured elegant columns with capitals of spiraled volutes atop the echinus, and __3__ is known for its decorative capitals and fluted sides
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1) Doric 2)ionic 3) Corinthian
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An arch construction provides ______(1)______, because, the pieces that make up the arch apply force ________(2)_______
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(1) Stability; (2) down the sides
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The two main architectural systems of frame construction are ________________
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The shell and skeleton
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A ___________ is a system that uses vertical posts which are separated to support a horizontal beam
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post and lintel
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__________________ were used in order to provide spaces through which weapons could be fired at invading enemies during Medieval times.
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Crenellations
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A truss is _____
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A structure made up of one or more triangular units, connected at the joints by long beams
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This is a photograph of the colosseum. Which of the following aspects of architecture are not a part of this construction?
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Crenellation