The Temple of Diana in Ephesus was known as which?

• A. It housed the oracle of Diana
• B. It was the chief shrine in Ephesus
• C. It was a market hall
• D. It was the largest temple in Asia

Answer: (B)

This item tests recognizing that Diana, the Roman name for Artemis, had her main worship site in Ephesus. The Temple of Diana functioned as the chief shrine of Artemis in Asia Minor, serving as the central religious center for the goddess in the city. That is why describing it as the chief shrine in Ephesus best captures its primary role: a premier sanctuary where worship, offerings, and major cult activities centered the community. The other options miss the temple’s core purpose: it wasn’t primarily an oracle site, nor a market hall, and while it was famous and grand, its defining identity is its status as the principal sanctuary of Artemis in Ephesus.