Secrets of the Parthenon

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For Greek architecture unit, please watch the documentary "Secrets of the Parthenon" (50+ min. video)

http://topdocumentaryfilms.com/secrets-parthenon/ (Links to an external site.)

Take general notes while watching, and make sure to answer the following questions:

    What was the Parthenon used for?

  • Who was the leader who directed the effort to rebuild the temples of the Acropolis after they were ruined by the Persian?
  • During what period of Greece's history was the Parthenon built?
  • What role did democracy play in the reconstruction of the temples of the Acropolis? · 

   How many different stonemasons were identified from the chisel marks? 

  • How did the original builders make sure that the diverse workforce all used common measurements?
  • What role might the human body have played in Greek architecture?

   What is today's process of reconstruction of the Parthenon?  In your opinion: Is the reconstruction of the Parthenon worth the estimated $100 million it has already cost?

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