Which of the following is an Arabic or Turkish mode composed of tetrachords that forms the basis of melodic construction and improvisation?

The opening of this composition would have surprised first-time listeners because

a) one hears a portentous, mysterious drum-roll b) the soloist enters unexpectedly almost at once c) one hears muted strings d) its two quick and lightning-bolt-like chords

In her photographs the artist Shirin Neshat often covers her face and body parts in _____

a. abstract drips b. Farsi messages c. newspaper clippings d. woodcuts