Examine Montaigne’s essay Of Cannibals (Reading 17.7) and identify the aspects of the piece that are innovative and depart from more traditional forms of writing.
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The essay form is a vehicle for trying out ideas and testing them even as they are written. Montaigne reveals his own mind at work, often contradicting himself, openly challenging his own assumptions, and treats his own mind with a high level of skepticism. This essay offers captivating details of cannibal life but claims that a more civilized man is capable of even greater levels of barbarity.
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Review the works in this chapter by Filippino Lippi and Rembrandt, and discuss the different qualities and characteristic appearances of the medium each artist used
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Describe how new technologies are redefining our sense of space
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Where is Leonardo da Vinci’s iconic Last Supper located?
a) on the wall of a monastery’s dining hall b) behind the altar of Milan’s cathedral c) in the reception room and bridal chamber of the Duke’s residence. d) over the entrance to the city hall
One of the essential functions of the chorus in Greek drama was to:
a. form a collective character who expressed opinions, gave advice, and occasionally threatened to interfere in the action. b. add sound effects and musical accompaniment for the play. c. establish direction and give the spectators some idea of what to watch and when to watch it. d. serve as a voice-over for non-speaking actors.