For what occasion was Verdi's Aida commissioned?
a. the opening of the Suez Canal
b. Egypt's independence from Great Britain
c. the commemoration of the Italian independence movement
d. the death of Wagner
a
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
The Puritans embraced theatre as a teaching tool
a. true b. false
Which of the following is NOT identified with the art of jeliya?
A. The singing of praise songs. B. Principal identification of instrumental performance with female performers. C. Performance on specific types of instruments. D. Principal identification of instrumental performance with male performers.
In the design of the stupa, which architectural feature symbolizes the soul’s progress through desire, form, and formlessness?
a) the chatras on the mast above the dome b) the set of gateways c) the walkway encircling the base d) the enclosing dome