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Before the Edict of Milan, Christian art ________________

A
could only be seen in the Christian Orthodox cathedrals.
B
presented Christian stories through multi-leveled symbolism.
C
reflected the strongly spiritual focus of the wealthy leadership.
D
contained images of symbolic Christian people who would go unnoticed by pagans
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In 313, Constantine issued the Edict of Milan granting ________________________

A
all people in the Roman Empire freedom to worship whatever god they wished.
B
artists the freedom to sell and display their works through the entire Roman Empire.
C
the Jewish people the right to live freely across the entire Roman Empire.
D
all citizens of the Roman Empire the right to worship at multiple churches.
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This is a picture of a synagogue floor, which commonly displayed Jewish symbols of faith. What Jewish symbol is encircled on this floor?

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A
Menorah
B
Ram’s Horn
C
Cornucopia
D
Citron
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Which is not true of the painting above?

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A
This piece of art was painted on vellum, which is a type of thin papyrus paper.
B
The Virgin and Christ are painted to show wealth and leadership, although it is unlikely they were wealthy in reality.
C
This is an example of how artists liked to paint icons along side religious figures during the Middle Byzantine period.
D
This painting is entitled, Virgin of Vladimir.
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This mosaic is an example of ___________ art .

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A
Early Byzantine
B
Middle Byzantine
C
Late Byzantine
D
Jewish
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All of the following are characteristic of Jewish art, except which?

A
The art showed depictions of religious stories from the Torah.
B
Artists combined strong outlines with flat colors.
C
The figures in Jewish art tended to be very posed.
D
Sculptures were rare in Jewish art.
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Which of the following is not true of Early Byzantine art?

A
Artists relied on mathematical conventions to create ideal figures.
B
The art was inspired by Christian stories and beliefs.
C
Most examples were done on vellum and were very colorful.
D
Art was presented the Christian story through multi-leveled symbolism.
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Which of the following is not true of Christian art after the Edict of Milan?

A
The art included Christian symbols, such as the cross and the Good Shepard.
B
Mosaics freely covered church walls and ceilings.
C
Sculptures rarer than paintings.
D
Artists used bright colors and shading.
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In this work of art, which of the following can be observed?

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A
The artist painted the figures with elongated necks, legs, and arms.
B
The figures are placed in a triangular shape, as geometric conventions were common in art during this time period.
C
This piece is intended to represent the Christian trinity.
D
All of the above can be observed.
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A Jewish house of prayer is called a _________________.

A
menorah
B
torah
C
synagogue
D
sarcophagus
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This example of early Christian art contains Christian symbolism that was unrecognizable by pagans. What is the title of this example of art?

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The Rabbula Gospels
B
Sarcophagus of the church of Santa Maria Antiqua
C
The Sarcophagus of the Good Shepherd
D
The Baptism of the Disciples
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This painting entitled, The Old Testament Trinity, is an example of _______________ art.

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Early Byzantine
B
Middle Byzantine
C
Late Byzantine
D
Pre-Edict Christian
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This piece of Jewish art is entitled, __________________.

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A
Wall with Torah Niche
B
Sarcophagus of the church of Santa Maria Antiqua
C
The Finding of Baby Moses
D
The Old Testament Trinity

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