While objects like this are presumed to represent a female figure, what complicates interpretations of its purpose?
a) the quantities and size of examples found
b) the red pigment applied to the surface
c) a naturally occurring hole or indentation in the stone
d) its genitalia
Answer: a
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A. evidence of Augustus's line of imperial heirs B. examples of the Roman love of realistic detail in art C. reminders to the people of the importance of family D. all of the above
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Descriptive criticism focuses upon
A. formal elements of a work B. the content C. the relative merits of a work D. the degree of beauty of a work of art
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