Question 1

Marcus Claudius Marcellus's triumph in 211 BCE broke with precedent in a significant way because

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Marcellus's triumph was notable for including the artistic treasures of Syracuse, marking a departure from the traditional spoils of war. This act introduced Roman interest in Greek art and culture, influencing Roman art and culture significantly.

Question 2

Rome's territorial expansion and exposure to Greek art were facilitated by all of the following events EXCEPT

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The invasion of Hannibal (218-201 BCE) was a military campaign during the Second Punic War, primarily fought on Italian soil, which did not directly facilitate Rome's exposure to Greek art or its territorial expansion into Greek territories. The other options directly relate to Rome's expansion into areas rich in Greek culture and art.

Question 3

When Lucius Aemilius Paullus defeated King Perseus at Pydna in 168 BCE, Paullus humiliated Perseus by

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Question 4

Because of the demand for Greek sculpture among wealthy Romans, workshops sprang up around Republican Italy that specialized in

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The demand for Greek sculpture among wealthy Romans led to the establishment of workshops in Republican Italy that specialized in producing copies of Greek masterpieces. This was due to the high regard Romans had for Greek art and their desire to emulate Greek culture and aesthetics in their own homes and public spaces.

Question 5

The pointing machine was a device used for

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The pointing machine was a device used in sculpture to accurately reproduce three-dimensional models by measuring the positions of a series of points on the original model and then transferring these measurements to the block of stone or other material being worked on, thus ensuring accurate reproductions of statuary.

Question 6

The date of the so-called Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus is controversial because

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The Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus is controversial due to its combination of different artistic styles, which makes it difficult to date accurately.

Question 7

Roman patricians kept ____________, or wax likenesses, of their ancestors in cupboards in their homes.

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Roman patricians kept "imagines," or wax likenesses, of their ancestors in cupboards in their homes as a way to honor and remember them. These imagines were often displayed during funerals and other important family ceremonies.

Question 8

The subjects of Republican veristic portraits were typically

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Veristic portraits in the Roman Republic often depicted men, and occasionally women, of advanced age, emphasizing their wisdom and experience. This style was distinct in its realistic portrayal of facial features, including wrinkles and other signs of aging, which were valued as marks of dignity and virtue.

Question 9

All of the following were motivations for the creation of Roman ancestor portraits EXCEPT

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Roman ancestor portraits were primarily about honoring ancestors, showcasing family lineage, and distinguishing patrician families. They were not about legitimizing the status of "new men" or self-made individuals in the Senate, as these figures would not have a long lineage of ancestors to display in such a manner.

Question 10

Portraits of Republican women were consistent with those of men because they revealed

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Portraits of Republican women, like those of men, often depicted individuals with signs of advanced age, which was a way of emphasizing their wisdom, dignity, and experience. This was in contrast to other periods or cultures where idealized youth might be more commonly depicted. The depiction of advanced age was seen as a virtue, reflecting a life of experience and contribution to society.

Question 11

Full-length portraits such as the Pseudo-Athlete from Delos and the Tivoli General exhibit a discordant combination of ____________ and ____________.

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These portraits combine a veristic (realistically detailed) head with an idealized body, reflecting a blend of individualized features and classical ideals of physical perfection.

Question 12

Pompey's distinctive hairstyle, combed to form an arc over the center of his forehead, facilitated comparisons between himself and

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Pompey's distinctive hairstyle, which was combed forward in an arc over his forehead, was a deliberate imitation of Alexander the Great's style. This was part of Pompey's effort to draw a parallel between himself and the legendary Macedonian conqueror, thereby enhancing his own prestige and status.

Question 13

In order to mollify his conservative critics, Pompey presented his theater as

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Pompey designed his theater complex to include a temple at its summit, which technically made the structure a religious edifice. This clever architectural integration allowed him to circumvent the Roman laws against permanent theater structures within the city, thus mollifying conservative critics by presenting the theater as part of a temple complex.

Question 14

Julius Caesar offended traditional Republican propriety by placing his own image on

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Julius Caesar broke with tradition and offended Roman Republican sensibilities by placing his own image on Roman coins. This act was seen as a move towards monarchy, as it was customary for only images of deities or symbols to appear on coins, not living individuals.

Question 15

Julius Caesar promoted the idea of his divine lineage by dedicating the temple in the Forum Iulium to

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Julius Caesar claimed descent from Venus through Aeneas, the Trojan prince and son of Venus, to legitimize his rule and divine lineage. He dedicated the temple in the Forum Iulium to Venus Genetrix, emphasizing this connection.

Question 16

Discuss the events at the end of the third century BCE that sparked the Romans' interest in Greek art.

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Question 17

Describe the effects of Roman military generals on the Greek artistic landscape.

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Question 18

Discuss the materials and technologies used in Roman reproductions of Greek statuary.

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Question 19

Explain the controversy surrounding the date of the Altar of Domitius Ahenobarbus ("Paris/Munich Reliefs").

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Question 20

What was the purpose of Republican veristic portraiture?

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Quiz 5: From Marcellus to Caesar