Which aspect of Michelangelo’s Study of a Reclining Male Nude demonstrates the purpose of the preliminary drawing for the painting of the figure in the Sistine Chapel?

a. the realistic depiction of imaginary figures
b. the spontaneous mark making
c. the careful examination of anatomical detail
d. the combination of different designs


c. the careful examination of anatomical detail

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Which two composers wrote a madrigal entitled Il bianco e dolce cigno?

A) Lorenzo de' Medici and Josquin B) Jacques Arcadelt and Orazio Vecchi C) Josquin and Jacques Arcadelt D) Orazio Vecchi and Josquin

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The five musicians known as the "Mighty Handful" expressed Russia's essence in their music by

a. composing "God Save the Tsar," Russia's national anthem. b. incorporating Russian folklore, folk songs, and native instruments. c. using cannons, church bells, and a brass band. d. composing for the celesta, a Russian-invented instrument.

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Why is work created for public spaces often controversial? Illustrate your response with an example from the text. Consider both sides of the controversy. 

What will be an ideal response?

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What was one purpose of the stupas?

A) ?to provide shelter for holy men B) ?to carry Buddhist priests C) ?to serve as repositories of sacred Buddhist objects D) ?to protect the citizenry from attack

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