Quick quiz
Terracotta Bust of a Roman Emperor
4 questions · click an answer to see how you did.
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1. What material is the bust made of?
💡 Terracotta is a type of baked clay.
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2. What did the bust originally look like?
💡 It was painted with dark brown lacquer and gold flecks.
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3. About how long ago was the bust made?
💡 It was made around the year 1500.
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4. Look closely at the bust. What details can you see that might tell you it is a Roman emperor?
💡 Think about the hairstyle, the clothing, or any symbols.