Which of the following characterizes Roman sculpture?

a) The naturalistic style emphasizes real and recognizable individuals and events.
b) A reliance on the rules of optics demonstrates a renewed interest in illusionism.
c) It is carved fully free-standing rather than as a relief protruding from a flat surface.
d) The ideas of peace and justice are conveyed through idealization and generalization.


Answer: a

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