Know Your Modern Architecture: Buildings Quiz

Test Your Knowledge of Modern Architecture!

The 20th Century was an incredible era of modern architecture. Architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and I.M. Pei emerged as international icons, creating landmark structures around the world. Modern architecture is characterized by clear forms with new materials and methodologies, made possible with the rapid technological advances of the 20th Century. How well do you know the iconic buildings of modern architecture? Take our interactive quiz to find out!

Welcome to your Modern Architecture Quiz

1. This structure is a dramatic sculptural expression located in what city?

Hong Kong

Sydney

Barcelona

London

2. What was the inspiration for this famous modern structure by I.M.Pei?

Greek Columns

Stonehenge

The Earth

Egyptian Pyramids

3. The Space Needle in Seattle, Washington was built for

The 1962 World’s Fair.

The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

The NASA Observatory Tower.

The Men in Black Movie.

4. What is the name of this building that is currently the tallest in the world?

Taipei 101

Willis Tower (Formerly Sears Tower)

Burj Khalifa

Empire State Building

5. This “Temple of the Spirit” is one of the 20th century’s most important architectural landmarks designed by which architect.

Michelangelo

J. Paul Getty

Antoni Gaudi

Frank Lloyd Wright

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