Mya Lin's design called for polished granite because:
a. those who funded the work required its use
b. the stone is used in most contemporary monuments
c. its reflective quality contributes to the monument's meaning
d. its durability symbolizes the hardships of the Vietnam War
Ans: c. its reflective quality contributes to the monument's meaning
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Many African dramas make wide use of cultural symbols
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)
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Nadar's Le Géant was
a. a painting. b. a photograph. c. a balloon. d. a folktale.