All of the following instruments required no change in facial expression, could be played in "graceful" positions, and were considered suitable for women to play, except the

To the Han dynasty, this distinctive figure represented

a) a means to gaining military prowess and strengthening the empire’s defenses. b) a “heavenly” and mystical creature from whom the rulers gained their power. c) an innovative bronze casting technique mastered by Han artists. d) a shift away from the ancient symbol of the dragon to a new identity for the empire

Discuss the formal innovations of Song landscape painting

What will be an ideal response?