In Its Lack of a Pediment and a Roof, the Temple

question 16

Multiple Choice

In its lack of a pediment and a roof, the Temple of Apollo at Didyma reflects what ability of Hellenistic architecture?

• A) To imitate temple treasuries
• B) To be surprising and dramatic
• C) To maintain small scale
• D) To exactly copy the Parthenon

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Definitions:

Tibia

The larger, stronger, and anterior of the two bones in the lower leg, commonly referred to as the shin bone.

Fibula

The smaller of the two bones in the lower leg, running parallel to the tibia and playing an important role in stabilizing the ankle.

Talus

A bone in the ankle that sits above the calcaneus (heel bone) and below the tibia (shinbone), critical for foot movement and stability.

Cuneiform Bones

A group of three bones in the foot located between the navicular bone and the first, second, and third metatarsal bones.