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The Roman Temple of Évora

The Roman Temple of Évora

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1. When was the Roman Temple of Évora built?

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a) 5th century AD

b) 1st century AD

c) 3rd century BC

d) 10th century AD

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2. Who was the Roman Temple of Évora originally dedicated to?

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a) The goddess Diana

b) The Emperor Augustus

c) The Roman Senate

d) The god Jupiter

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3. What type of columns does the temple feature?

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a) Doric

b) Ionic

c) Corinthian

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4. What material were the temple’s columns made of?

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a) Marble

b) Limestone

c) Granite

d) Sandstone

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5. Which of the following statements is TRUE about the Roman Temple of Évora?

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a) It was never repurposed after the fall of the Roman Empire.

b) It was used as a medieval castle in its entirety.

c) It was integrated into medieval buildings and even used as a slaughterhouse.

d) It was completely rebuilt in the 20th century.

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6. How has the temple managed to survive largely intact?

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a) It was buried underground for centuries.

b) It was continuously used as a religious site.

c) It was protected by the castle walls during the Middle Ages.

d) It was moved to a museum for conservation.

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7. Why is the Roman Temple of Évora an important historical site today?

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a) It is the oldest Roman structure in Portugal.

b) It showcases well-preserved Roman architecture and history.

c) It is the only Roman temple still in use as a religious site.

d) It was the site of the first Roman emperor’s coronation.

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