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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following architectural designs came from the ancient Romans?
A
Gothic Style
B
arches and domes
C
stained glass windows
D
pillars
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The amphitheatre was, with the triumphal arch and basilica, the only major new type of building developed by the Romans.

Detailed explanation-2: -Roman architecture developed the use arches and vaults in architecture. While Roman architecture may not have invented the arch or the vault, they certainly perfected them. These architectural forms allowed Roman architects to create large roofed structures without a reliance on pillars.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Roman arch was the foundation of Rome’s architectural mastery and massive expanse of building projects across the ancient world. It allowed the Romans to make bigger buildings, longer roads, and better aqueducts.

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