The year of George Frideric Handel's death is generally accepted as the end of the Baroque era.

Why is the display of African masks in museums problematic?

A. According to tradition, many masks should not be viewed by outsiders. B. Their full meaning can only be understood in the context of ritual performance. C. Most masks are made of ephemeral materials and deteriorate rapidly in a museum collection. D. All of the above.

The status of women during the early Renaissance in Italy

A. declined significantly as they lost financial power. B. did not appreciably improve, despite increased opportunities for education. C. changed dramatically, as they won new political rights. D. improved socially, as they were allowed to marry whomever they chose.