Acropolis - a “high city”—the elevated place in the center of an ancient Greek city occupied by the temple of the gods.

Classical - Adhering to traditional standards. May refer to Greek and Roman art in which simplicity, clarity of structure, and appeal to the intellect are fundamental.

Ionic - A Greek order of architecture in which the column has a scroll-like capital with a circular base.

Doric - A Greek order of architecture in which the column has a simple slab as a capital and no base.

Corinthian - A Greek order of architecture in which the column has an elaborate, leaf-like capital.

Nike - Victory

Propylaea - The structure that serves as the entrance portal to the Parthenon on the Acropolis at Athens.

Parthenon -The Temple of Athena on the Acropolis at Athens.

Balance -The equilibrium of opposing or interacting forces in an artistic composition.

Harmony -The relationship of like elements such as colors and patterns of repetition in an artistic composition.Segment: “Architecture—Romanesque and Gothic Styles”

Romanesque -The dominant style of art and architecture in Europe from the 8th to the 12th century, characterized in architecture by Roman precedents, specifically the round arch and barrel vault.

Gothic - A style of art and architecture in Europe from the 12th to the 15th century, characterized in architecture by pointed arches, flying buttresses, and strong verticality.

Flying buttress - A semi-detached support, usually an exterior projection of masonry or wood, for a wall, arch, or vault.Segment: “Architecture—Modern Style: Frank Lloyd Wright”

Frank Lloyd Wright - An American architect (1867-1959) who was one of the most influential and innovative architects of the twentieth century.

Victorian - A highly ornamented, massive style of architecture, décor, and furnishings popular in 19th-century England.