For what shortcoming would a tradition-minded connoisseur most likely have criticized early impressionist paintings?

a. overuse of classical images
b. depiction of evil and violence
c. use of dull earth colors
d. sketchy brushstrokes

Answer: d

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Identify the composer and title of the listening excerpt

a. Cage, 4’33” b. Adams, A Short Ride in a Fast Machine

c. Varèse, Poème électronique d. Copland, Appalachian Spring e. Zwilich, Concerto Grosso 1985

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What is a common feature in drawings made with graphite pencil, charcoal, or Conté crayon?

a)  tonal gradations of black and white b)  blurred edges and soft lines c)  visible hatching and cross-hatching d)  hard edges and contours

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