What is the literal meaning of “Renaissance”?
a. darkness
b. humanism
c. rising from the ashes
d. rebirth
e. expressive power
D
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What event does the Hijra, which marks the beginning of Islam, commemorate?
A. The Islamic conquest of Egypt B. Muhammad's vision of Gabriel C. Muhammad's flight from Mecca D. The writing of the texts of the Koran
Which of the following statement is NOT true concerning the guqin?
a. it is the most revered instrument in China b. is has been associated with the Confucist social class c. it represents the epitome of the Chinese ideal of music as meditation d. it is very easy to learn how to play and master
“Spattering” refers to a painting technique of simultaneously applying and blending more than
one shade of paint on the same surface to create a mottled effect
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.The following are all characteristics of the Renaissance except
A. unquestioned acceptance of Church authority. B. optimism and self-confidence. C. exploration of the world. D. a drive to understand the natural world.