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Which temple is more impressive, the Parthenon or the Temple of Zeus? (8 marks)

The Parthenon, built between 447-432 BC on the Athenian Acropolis, is more impressive than the Temple of Zeus, built earlier between 470-457 BC at the pan-Hellenic sanctuary of Olympia which hosted the Ol...

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In the Agamemnon, Clytaemnestra behaves more like a man than a woman’. How far do you agree with this statement? (June 2005)

The Agamemnon is the first play of the trilogy of The Oresteia by Aeschylus, and was first performed around 458BC. The Agamemnon tells the story of Agamemnon’s’ nostos ...

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Explain why the forum was a vital place for Pompeii (30 marks)

The forum was a vital place in Pompeii for many reasons – it was vital for the city as a whole, and for the lives of the many people living there. The forum was the hub of the city in terms of economical,...

Answered by Deepali D. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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Does Virgil present Aeneas as a hero?

We can interpret Virgil's presentation of Aeneas in a variety of ways, as he can be seen as a hero through his excellent leadership skills and the way in which he adheres to his destiny, portraying an exc...

Answered by Emma H. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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‘The design and purpose of the temples on the Athenian Acropolis were revolutionary.’

To what extent do you agree with this statement? Give reasons for your views and support them with details of the buildings in the Acropolis sanctuary. You might include discussion of: the reasons for th...

Answered by Amy C. • Classical Civilisation tutor

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