While art under Augustus commemorated historical events, its combination of idealistic form with realistic details also served a primary role ____________
A. to educate the illiterate
B. as imperial propaganda
C. to beautify the city
D. to intimidate visitors to Rome
Answer: B
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d. A narrative poem or its musical setting.
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A. a woman's entry into adolescence B. domestic role of women C. the harvesting of food D. marriage
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