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Cuneiform was first developed by the Sumerians so they could have _________________

A
written records for trade and business.
B
a code of laws.
C
a written recording of all court procedures and decisions.
D
a transferable method of communication between Sumerian rulers.
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The picture above shows a ______________, which was first used between 3300 and 3100 BCE in order to ensure that no unauthorized person could gain access to whatever was being sealed.

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stylus seal
B
cuneiform seal
C
cylinder seal
D
Sumerian seal
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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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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 relief sculpture is __________________

A
a three-dimensional form of art that is meant to be seen from all sides.
B
a sculpture that has a relationship with its surrounding and religious significance.
C
a type of sculpture that contains objects embedded in a ground surface.
D
a form of site specific work, which is designed to affect the way a space is experienced.
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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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The Paleolithic period is ____________________

A
divided into three phases.
B
also referred to as the New Stone Age.
C
best known for its ceramics and human-like figures.
D
took place between 40,000 and 4,000 BCE.
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Old Kingdom sculptors _____________________

A
made pieces that showed the beauty and power of the Egyptian goddesses.
B
produced figures of less prominent people.
C
used expensive materials such as gold and precious jewels.
D
worked only for the Egyptian rulers creating items for their palaces and tombs.
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Which of the following examples is from the Lower Paleolithic period? a. c. b. d. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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A
B
B
C
C
D
D
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Aniconism is __________________

A
a stylistic method that includes spiral, diamonds,and cross hatching patterns.
B
an elaborate method of repeating geometric forms reflecting plants and animals.
C
the avoidance of figural imagery.
D
a wide, central section of a piece of architecture.
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Which of the following is not an attribute of early Islamic art?

A
The avoidance of figural imagery.
B
A lack of line, color, and pattern.
C
The presence of scrolling vines also known as arabesques.
D
The use of complex, geometric designs.
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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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Islamic portable arts _____________________

A
were first carried by Islamic deity.
B
were sold throughout Europe and Africa during the 14th century.
C
were highly sought items of luxury.
D
must include both calligraphy and arabesques to be valuable.
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The Persians are highly regarded for their achievements in all of the following areas, except which?

A
jewelry
B
sculpture
C
weapons
D
coinage
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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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_______________ 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 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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Calligraphy _________________

A
was considered a sacred and respectable form of art.
B
can be found only in Islamic art.
C
was used along side figural imagery.
D
was first used by Islamic artists during the 15th century.
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The main difference between Islamic art and both Egyptian and Greek art is its _____________

A
use of people and animals to honor deity.
B
avoidance of figural imagery and use of calligraphy as an alternative.
C
interest in religion and the afterlife.
D
use of natural materials and methods of creating art.
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Organized systems of agriculture, the maintenance of herds of domesticated animals, and permanent, year-round settlements marked the_______________.

A
Paleolithic Era
B
Stone Age
C
Bronze Age
D
Neolithic Era

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