Compare the Cross page, from the Lindisfarne Gospels (10.5) to the Chi Rho Iota page from the Gospel of Matthew, Book of Kells (10.8)
a. Both do not use symbols.
b. Both include Greek and Roman elements.
c. Both have sparse decoration.
d. Both are highly ornamental.
Answer: d
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