Which of the following was typical of Maya art and architecture?

A. Unornamented architectural construction
B. Use of wood for sacred construction
C. Use of ribbed and groined vaults
D. Creation of huge ceremonial centers


Answer: D

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In _______________, a series of parallel lines cross in a netlike fashion as they describe the contours of the subject’s surface.

a. cross-hatching b. scribbling c. hatching d. metalpoint e. all of these are correct

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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During his lifetime, Beethoven was

a. widely recognized as the greatest living composer of instrumental music. b. shunned by society because of his rough demeanor. c. never able to perform his own music. d. happily married with six children.

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