The Mogul rulers of Agra and Delhi practiced which religion?

Hindu belief in the concept of divine purity joined to physical passion is symbolized in Shiva Seated with Uma (Uma-Maheshvara) by

a) the lotus blossom and parrot. b) crowns of fruit worn by both figures. c) earrings worn by both figures. d) gestures formed by closing the thumb and first finger together.

Which of the following characterizes the largely improvisational form of commedia?

A. the use of comic bits, or lazzi B. tragic endings, often compared to the Greek catharsis C. unique, developed characters with psychological motivation D. plots that revolve around the issues of race and gender