homework

AP Art History
Homework Due: Dec 17th

1. How do the concepts of utilitarianism, pragmatism
and appropriation shape the essential nature of Roman
Art?

2. What are the four contributions to the history of
architecture by the Romans?

3. Outline the characteristics of a Roman forum,
bath, and basilica.

4. What role does propaganda play in Roman art and
architecture?

5. In point OR chart form, outline the essential
differences between the Greek temple (ex. Parthenon)
and the Roman temple (ex. Pantheon)

6. how does utilitarianism manifest itself in the
arts (specifically architecture and building) and
government?

7. What is the significance of the Roman Portrait
Bust (in contrast to most Greek sculpture) in the
history of sculpture?

8. Outline the development of painting (at Pompeii)
during the Republican era, highlighting its four
“styles” or periods.