How is the theme of nationalism linked to elements of composition in Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People?
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Lady Liberty is the largest figure centered in the composition.
2. The red, white, and blue flag creates the focal point at top center, symbolizing the new nation.
3. The crowd of fighters surrounding Liberty from foreground, to middle distance and beyond represent a mix of social classes combining into one force.
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a. Art Nouveau b. Art Deco c. Cubist d. Fin-de-siècle
All of the following statements are true of Rome under the Roman Republic, EXCEPT which one?
A. The Roman Republic began after the Latins expelled the last of the Etruscan kings, who had ruled for three centuries B. Obedience to the Roman state and service in its powerful army were essential to the life of the early Roman Republic C. Serving in the Roman army allowed a foreigner to gain Roman citizenship for himself and for his children D. Under the Roman Republic, the law-making process was controlled by the Roman Emperor E. The term "republic" refers to a government "of the people," or res publica (Latin)
The earliest form of polyphony is called
a. Plainchant b. Motet c. Organum d. Syllabic
Hellenistic sculptors turned away from __________
A) idealization B) marble C) nudity D) public display E) Greece