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In this sculpture, what is characteristic of the Hellenistic period?

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The man is portrayed as powerful and idealistic.
B
The sculpture is of a religious martyr.
C
As it was with all sculptures at this time, this sculpture shows the ruler of the time.
D
The eyes are vacant and there is a sad expression on the figure’s face.
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The _______(1)_______ is located on the south side of the Erectheon. This structure was built by the Greeks during the _______(2)_______ period.

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(1) Woman and Maid; (2) Late Classical
B
(1) Fortress of Women; (2) Early Classical
C
(1) Woman at the Fountain House; (2) Hellenistic
D
(1) Porch of the Maidens; (2) High Classical
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Linear motifs, used during the Geometric Period of ancient Greek art, ___________________

A
used both logographic and alphabetic elements.
B
reflected the belief that the dead could continue to enjoy their favorite activities.
C
were a stylistic method that included the use of spirals, diamonds,and cross hatching.
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The Classical period is divided into three phases. The Early Classical period is marked by ________________

A
the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE.
B
the election of Pericles and the beginning of the Golden Age.
C
the great wealth that flourished through the Athenian cities.
D
the defeat of the Persians in 480 BCE.
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In this close-up of a vase, what is the circled image suppose to represent in abstract form?

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a person
B
power
C
a bird
D
a Greek god
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This sculpture from the Hellenistic period is entitled, _____________________.

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The Wrath of the God Apollo
B
Nike of Samothrace
C
Athena Attacking the Giants
D
Porch of the Maidens
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Many believe this sculpture represented to the Greeks _________________

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a great naval victory or some other type of successful defeat.
B
the guidance and angelic presence of the Greek gods.
C
the successful reign of Pericles.
D
the emotion and anger that existed during the Hellenistic period.
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_______________ is a type of art reflected the belief that the dead could continue to enjoy their favorite activities.

A
Hellenistic art
B
Funerary art
C
Geometric art
D
Classical art
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Which of the following is not true of art during the Hellenistic period?

A
Abstract forms were often used to represent human figures.
B
The sculptures were enormous during the Hellenistic period.
C
Much of the art is characterized by outlined or drawn imagery.
D
Artists of this period had a noticeably violent vision for art.
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Which of the following is not characteristic of Pericles’ rule?

A
He led Athens to a period of great wealth known as the “Golden Age”.
B
He encouraged artists to promote a public image of peace, prosperity, and power.
C
He used Athenian wealth for the adornment of the city.
D
He attempted to change Greek art, so that it would exemplify the violence and emotions surrounding the defeat of the Persians.

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