The Parthenon, an ancient Greek temple is an example of which architectural style?

The Parthenon, an ancient Greek temple is an example of which architectural style?

  1. Gothic
  2. Romanesque
  3. Doric ✓
  4. Ionic

Explanation

The Parthenon uses the Doric order of Greek architecture. This style has simple, sturdy columns. The Parthenon also includes some Ionic elements.

Gothic and Romanesque are medieval styles, not ancient Greek. Ionic has more decorative columns. Doric is the simplest and oldest Greek style.

The Parthenon was built in Athens around 447-432 BCE. It honored the goddess Athena. The building shows Greek architectural mastery.