What was the Inquisition?

A. a crusade dedicated to recapturing Christian sites in Palestine from Muslims
B. a church court devoted to identifying and eliminating heretics in Europe
C. a university committee that tested graduate students prior to awarding doctoral degrees
D. a pilgrimage route stretching from southern France to the cathedral in Santiago, Spain


B

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A. to resemble Old St. Peter's more closely B. to reflect ancient Roman traditions C. to accommodate changes in liturgical practice during the Counter-Reformation D. none of the above

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a. amphora b. kraters c. lekythoi d. mosaic pavements

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Which aspect of Wozzeck is a stock feature of expressionist plays?

A) grotesque ending B) some characters are nameless, representing social and professional classes C) anti-military theme D) all of these choices

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