Which French composer spent time in Brazil, where she/he became familiar with the popular dance of that country?

What is the intended meaning behind Hobbes's Leviathan?

a. Humankind's only hope is to submit to a higher authority. b. The monarchy is the only divinely ordained authority. c. The independence of humans is based solely on intellect. d. Industry is the only hope for the poor and disadvantaged.

According to Nicolas Poussin, the _____ was the foundation for creating a painting in "the grand manner."

a. genre subject b. painterly brushstrokes c. noble subject d. portrait