Question 1

Who is (are) the architect(s) of the Guggenheim Museum in New York City?
A)Louis Sullivan
B)R.Buckminster Fuller
C)Frank Lloyd Wright
D)Burnam and Root

Accepted Answer

Frank Lloyd Wright is the sole architect of the Guggenheim Museum in New York City.

Question 2

Architectural works that engage in a play between the interior structure and a sense of movement, such as Frank Gehry's Disney Hall, are _____ in form.
A)visual
B)opposing
C)diametric
D)dynamic

Accepted Answer

The word "movement" suggests a sense of motion or change, which is best described by the term "dynamic." Thus, the correct answer is D) dynamic.

Question 3

In conjunction with proportion, the vision of the architect or planner and the qualities of certain building materials allow for the creation of structures that are overwhelming in _____.
A)color
B)texture
C)scale
D)gravity

Accepted Answer

Proportions alone do not create overwhelming structures. The combination of the architect or planner's vision and the building materials' qualities, in relation to their scale, can create a sense of awe or grandeur. Color and texture may contribute to the aesthetic qualities of a building, but they are not directly related to its overwhelming scale. Gravity is a force that affects all structures but is not a quality that creates overwhelming structures.

Question 4

Which building material creates almost limitless possibilities for construction?
A)Stone
B)Steel
C)Wood
D)Precast concrete

Accepted Answer

Steel is highly versatile, allowing for various shapes and designs in construction, making it a material that offers almost limitless possibilities.

Question 5

The center of which architectural structure is called a keystone?
A)Post-and-lintel
B)Arch
C)Bearing-wall
D)Cantilever

Accepted Answer

The center of an arch is called a keystone.

Question 6

Concrete is a _____ invention.
A)modern
B)Japanese
C)Roman
D)Gothic

Accepted Answer

Concrete was first invented by the Romans and was extensively used in their architecture and engineering projects.

Question 7

The traditional material in post-and-lintel construction is which of the following?
A)Stone
B)Steel
C)Wood
D)Brick

Accepted Answer

Stone is the most traditional and commonly used material in post-and-lintel construction, as it is durable and able to withstand heavy weight and pressure. While other materials like steel, wood, and brick have been used in post-and-lintel construction, they are not as traditional and are more commonly used in modern construction methods.

Question 8

Steel was introduced for use in construction in what century? A)17^th B)18^th C)19^th D)20^th

Accepted Answer

Steel was first introduced for use in construction in the 19th century. Prior to this, iron was the primary material used in construction. The invention of the Bessemer process in the mid-19th century made it possible to mass-produce steel, which quickly became the preferred material for construction due to its strength, durability, and versatility.

Question 9

Which of the following means the relationship of items to each other in a design?
A)Scale
B)Context
C)Proportion
D)Space

Accepted Answer

Proportion refers to the relationship of items to each other in a design, specifically the relative size and scale of elements within the composition.

Question 10

The Parthenon is an example of what kind of construction?
A)Arch
B)Cantilever
C)Post-and-lintel
D)Bearing-wall

Accepted Answer

The Parthenon is an example of post-and-lintel construction, which involves vertical columns (posts) supporting horizontal beams (lintels).

Question 11

The designers of Gothic cathedrals sought to achieve the effect of _____ through soaring space and light.
A)incredible heaviness
B)quiet intimacy
C)overwhelming mystery
D)All of the above

Accepted Answer

The soaring space and light in Gothic cathedrals were designed to create an overwhelming sense of mystery. The heavy stone construction was used to create a feeling of stability, making choice A incorrect. Quiet intimacy was not the intended effect, making choice B incorrect. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Question 12

Which of the following results when arches are joined at the top with their legs forming a circle?
A)Tunnel vault
B)Groin vault
C)Ribbed vault
D)Dome

Accepted Answer

When arches are joined at the top with their legs forming a circle, it creates a rounded, dome-like structure. A tunnel vault is a series of arches placed back to back to form a tunnel, a groin vault is formed by the intersection of two barrel vaults at right angles, and a ribbed vault is created when additional arches, called ribs, are added to a groin vault to provide extra support and decoration.

Question 13

The transfer of stress from the center of an arch outward to its legs results in the need for which of the following?
A)Buttress
B)Column
C)Round arch
D)Horseshoe arch

Accepted Answer

The transfer of stress from the center of an arch outward to its legs results in horizontal forces pushing outward. This can cause the arch to collapse or spread apart, which is why buttresses are often added to support and reinforce the structure. Columns and different types of arches may also be used in architecture, but they may not specifically address the issue of stress distribution in an arch.

Quiz 4: Architecture

Who is (are) the architect(s) of the Guggenheim Museum in New York City?

Architectural works that engage in a play between the interior structure and a sense of movement, such as Frank Gehry's Disney Hall, are _____ in form.

In conjunction with proportion, the vision of the architect or planner and the qualities of certain building materials allow for the creation of structures that are overwhelming in _____.

Which building material creates almost limitless possibilities for construction?

The center of which architectural structure is called a keystone?

Concrete is a _____ invention.

The traditional material in post-and-lintel construction is which of the following?

Steel was introduced for use in construction in what century?

Which of the following means the relationship of items to each other in a design?

The Parthenon is an example of what kind of construction?

The designers of Gothic cathedrals sought to achieve the effect of _____ through soaring space and light.

Which of the following results when arches are joined at the top with their legs forming a circle?

The transfer of stress from the center of an arch outward to its legs results in the need for which of the following?