The deeply carved Maya relief sculpture depicting Shield Jaguar and Lady Xoc was created using the subtractive method of carving.

Why did Igor Stravinsky's Le Sacre de printemps (The Rite of Spring) earn boos and hisses from the opening-night Parisian audience?

a. Stravinsky was Russian. b. The dancers were nude. c. The play was violent. d. The radical music was jarring.

Which of the following accurately describes the aesthetic of the Katsura Imperial Villa in Kyoto?

A. Rich and complex ornamentation with elements from the Tang dynasty B. Tastefully subtle with elements of courtly gracefulness and proportion C. Lush and opulent with elements from the Unified Silla Kingdom of Korea D. Stark and severe with elements of Zen simplicity