Which of the following is true of the Adapana (585 B.C.E.)?
a. It was meant to demonstrate the power of the Persian Empire.
b. The Grand Hall is over 4,000 square feet.
c. The reliefs on the staircase were meant to inspire and persuade.
d. All of these.

Question

Which of the following is true of the Adapana (585 B.C.E.)?
a. It was meant to demonstrate the power of the Persian Empire.
b. The Grand Hall is over 4,000 square feet.
c. The reliefs on the staircase were meant to inspire and persuade.
d. All of these.

Accepted Answer

***D*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Art and Architecture as Power Demonstrations⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹The Apadana, part of the Persepolis complex, was constructed to showcase the might of the Persian Empire through its grand architecture and detailed reliefs.⚹◊What was the purpose of the Adapana in 585 B.C.E.?⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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