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Historical Research and Study: The Black Death — Unit test

Question 2 • Social Studies 8 - LIU Summer

How did the art of medieval Europe differ from the art of medieval Japan?

Answer
A
European art showed mainly people, while Japanese art showed mainly locations.
B
European art featured dark, heavy lines, while Japanese art featured light, thin lines.
C
European art focused on the natural world, while Japanese art focused on the spiritual world.
D
European art focused on religious events, while Japanese art focused on the beauty of nature.

Explanation

Medieval European art was strongly shaped by Christianity, so it commonly depicted religious figures and stories. Medieval Japanese art often emphasized landscapes, seasons, and other aspects of nature, reflecting aesthetic and spiritual traditions. Therefore, the correct choice is that European art focused on religious events, while Japanese art focused on the beauty of nature.

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