In Islamic art, a large covered porch that marks an important building or entrance is known as __________.

a. a grille
b. a mihrab
c. a madrasa
d. an iwan


d. an iwan

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What is it called when actors learn the manners, attitudes and gestures of times past?

A. Naturalism B. Organic acting C. Period style D. Realism

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How would you alter this image so that it was the key of E Major?

A. Add four flats. B. Add five sharps. C. Add three flats. D. Make no changes. E. Add four sharps.

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According to a story relayed by Pliny, how did the Greek painters Zeuxius and Parrhasius deceive birds and artists?

What will be an ideal response?

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