Why are the three statements of the Kyrie eleison each sung three times?

a. to allow for more melodic diversity
b.to ensure that congregations understood the text
c.because the number three is highly symbolic in Christianity
d.because Pope Gregory I included repetitions in the text

c

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What two basic drawing techniques are evident in the paintings of Lascaux?

A. Black-and-white and negative B. Relief and incised C. Colored silhouette and outline D. Wet and dry pigments

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