What made the Raft of the "Medusa" so controversial? Consider both style and subject matter
What will be an ideal response?
Essay responses should include these points:
The captain of the Medusa was an incompetent aristocrat appointed by the newly restored monarchy for political reasons after the French Revolution.
There was an insufficient number of lifeboats for all on board and those boats were reserved for officers and the captain; 90 percent of the crew and passengers died.
Gericault shows the moment when the rescue boat is spotted.
The artist placed a black man on top of the composition, suggesting freedom will occur only when the most oppressed member of society is emancipated.
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a. England b. France c. Italy d. London e. Spain
The nature of perception suggests that the most important key to looking at art is what?
A. A strong art-history background B. Awareness of the process of looking itself C. The ability to draw well D. The ability to sculpt well
Buddy Holly was a songwriter, singer, guitarist who popularized the use of the solid-body electric guitar.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
While in training, most actors need to work on their physical technique, however, unlike singers, most actors do not require special vocal work.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)