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Which statement is true of the Taj Mahal's dome?

A. Dominated by a central dome, its surrounding minarets, reflecting pools, and gardens all come together into a unified visual statement.
B. The dome takes its inspiration from other centrally planned buildings, in particular, the Pantheon.
C. The dome was interpreted as a symbol of Paradise within Islam.
D. The dome functioned as a reliquary, containing a prized relic of the prophet Mohammed.

Answer: A

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A. tends to remain consistent across genres in order to match audience expectations. B. can range from the lyric to the epic. C. is usually simple and direct so as not to confuse the audience. D. is chiefly determined by cinematography.

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