- 1. The Nashville Parthenon is a full-scale replica of the original Parthenon in Athens, Greece, and stands as a stunning symbol of Nashville's nickname, 'The Athens of the South.' Completed in 1897 as part of the Tennessee Centennial Exposition, the Parthenon was originally intended to demonstrate the city's cultural and historical significance. This magnificent structure is constructed primarily of concrete and features a striking façade adorned with 46 Doric columns, each standing 34 feet tall. Inside, visitors are greeted by an awe-inspiring 42-foot-tall statue of Athena Parthenos, created by sculptor Alan LeQuire, which embodies the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom and war. The interior also houses an extensive art collection, showcasing the works of American painters, and features a gallery dedicated to the history of Tennessee. The Parthenon serves not only as a tourist attraction but also as an important cultural and educational resource, hosting various events and exhibitions throughout the year. Its architectural beauty and historical significance make it a beloved landmark, drawing thousands of visitors who are eager to experience a piece of ancient history right in the heart of Nashville.
In which year was the Nashville Parthenon completed?
A) 1801
B) 1925
C) 2001
D) 1897
- 2. What is the primary material used in the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Concrete
B) Wood
C) Steel
D) Brick
- 3. Which festival led to the construction of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Statehood Celebration
B) World's Fair
C) Tennessee Centennial Exposition
D) Nashville Music Festival
- 4. What is the architectural style of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Gothic
B) Romanesque
C) Classical Greek
D) Modernist
- 5. Who designed the original Parthenon in Athens?
A) Eupalinos and Hippodamus
B) Ictinus and Callicrates
C) Phidias and Socrates
D) Vitruvius and Pericles
- 6. What type of museum is located in the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Art museum
B) Science museum
C) History museum
D) Children's museum
- 7. Who designed the original Nashville Parthenon?
A) Le Corbusier
B) Frank Lloyd Wright
C) Richard Meier
D) William Crawford Smith
- 8. What feature of the Parthenon helps enhance its visual effect?
A) Flat columns
B) Entasis in the columns
C) Straight lines throughout
D) Colored tiles
- 9. What is a common event held at the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Sports events
B) Concerts
C) Art exhibitions
D) Trade shows
- 10. The Nashville Parthenon is located in which park?
A) Radnor Lake State Park
B) Bicentennial Capitol Mall State Park
C) Shelby Farms Park
D) Centennial Park
- 11. Which architectural feature provides balance to the Parthenon's construction?
A) Symmetrical design
B) Angled design
C) Asymmetrical design
D) Curved design
- 12. What is the architectural order of the columns of the Nashville Parthenon?
A) Ionic
B) Corinthian
C) Composite
D) Doric
- 13. In which American city is the Nashville Parthenon located?
A) Atlanta, Georgia
B) Austin, Texas
C) Memphis, Tennessee
D) Nashville, Tennessee
- 14. What significant statue can be found inside the Parthenon?
A) Hercules
B) Athena Parthenos
C) Poseidon
D) Zeus
- 15. What is the height of the statue of Athena in the Parthenon?
A) 25 feet
B) 50 feet
C) 30 feet
D) 42 feet
- 16. Who suggested building a reproduction of the Parthenon for the Tennessee Centennial Exposition?
A) George Julian Zolnay
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
D) Russell Hart
- 17. What nickname is associated with Nashville?
A) Music City
B) Athens of the South
C) Southern Athens
D) City of Music
- 18. Who was responsible for making models for the ornamentation of the Parthenon in Nashville?
A) Russell Hart
B) Major Eugene Castner Lewis
C) William Crawford Smith
D) George Julian Zolnay
- 19. Which theatrical production was performed at the Parthenon in 1913?
A) The Mystery at Thanatos
B) The Fire Regained
C) Athenian Myths
D) Spring Pageant
- 20. Who wrote 'The Fire Regained' performed in the Parthenon?
A) George Julian Zolnay
B) William Crawford Smith
C) Sidney Mttron Hirsch
D) Russell Hart
- 21. What year was the exterior of the Parthenon completed during its reconstruction?
A) 1931
B) 1897
C) 1925
D) 1914
- 22. Who donated the paintings for the Parthenon's permanent collection?
A) Alan LeQuire
B) Craig McDonald
C) Robert Altman
D) James M. Cowan
- 23. In what year was the replica of the Athena Parthenos statue completed?
A) 1975
B) 1982
C) 2001
D) 1990
- 24. What material covers the statue of Athena Parthenos as of 2002?
A) Bronze
B) Marble
C) Gold leaf
D) Silver
- 25. Which Greek playwright's work was performed at the Parthenon in Nashville?
A) Homer
B) Euripides
C) Aristophanes
D) Plato
- 26. What type of event took place at the Parthenon for Robert Altman's film?
A) Theater production
B) Political rally
C) Battle scene
D) Musical concert
- 27. In which film did the Parthenon serve as a backdrop for a battle against Hydra?
A) Nashville
B) Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief
C) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
D) Metamorphoses
- 28. What year did the Nashville Parthenon receive exterior cleaning and restoration?
A) 1990
B) 2001
C) 1982
D) 2010
- 29. Which album features a song titled 'Nashville Parthenon'?
A) Three Chords and The Truth
B) Metamorphoses
C) Greeks: Crucible of Civilization
D) Etiquette, by Casiotone for the Painfully Alone
- 30. What type of performances were held inside the Parthenon at the foot of Athena's statue?
A) Sophocles' Antigone
B) Euripides' Medea
C) Robert Altman's Nashville
D) Mary Zimmerman's Metamorphoses
- 31. What did some followers of Goddess Spirituality practices leave near the statue?
A) Books
B) Paintings
C) Ritual offerings
D) Coins
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