Question

The Romans were able to build larger buildings than the Greeks by using
A.a better grade of granite
B.arches
C.scaffolding
D.stairways and ramps

Answer 1

Hint:We will discuss buildings of Romans and Greeks,and describe their contribution.First discuss romans.Architecture: The Romans were great builders. The Pantheon and the Colosseum at Rome speak of their architectural excellence.

Complete answer:
They developed concrete to cement bricks and stones together. The Romans are credited with the invention of two architectural features: the arch and the cupola or domes. The arch was used in the Colosseum at Rome where gladiatorial contests used to be held. The cupola. a ceiling in the form of a huge inverted bowl can be seen in the Pantheon in Rome.Now comes the greeks.The chamber had a statue of God. This chamber was surrounded by columns. The Parthenon, temple of the Greek Goddess Athena, is the best example of Greek architecture. It was built in the fifth century BC and is the most important surviving building of Classical Greece. The Greeks also made beautiful sculptures of Gods and athletes. Phidias and Myron were the two best-known sculptures of ancient Greece.Ancient Romans acquired Greek style so differently that it became a new architectural style. Two styles of architecture considered one body of classical architecture. It used mainly concrete for the construction as a material and arcs and domes were made which were typically very strong and well engineered. a large number remain in some across the empire.

Hence, the correct answer is option (B).

Note: Phidias is famous for his statues of Hermes; and Myron for his statue of the discus thrower. Another important building was the Forum. It was a meeting place around which public buildings and temples were constructed.