Examine the Cult of the Virgin and consider its importance to medieval society
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The Virgin Mary was viewed as an intercessor who would actively participate in a person's salvation. Since the medieval mind was focused on the afterlife, worshiping the Virgin was a natural interpretation of church dogma. The fact that so many cathedrals were named Notre Dame, or Our Lady, is testament to the sincerity of belief.
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Costume design: a. may help to establish time and place
b. All the available choices. c. retains some realistic qualities because the costumes are worn by actors who must be able to move effectively and appropriately in them. d. helps to define the characters and their relationships.
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