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What statement best describes the Persian kingdom established by the rulers Cyrus II and Darius, who built a capital at Persepolis?

a. memorialized its rulers with gigantic stone heads b. undertook the construction of monumental pyramids c. created the last and greatest empire of the ancient Near East d. fostered a rich religious heritage of sacred texts

How did Italian music differ from French music?

a. Italian music was more abstract. b. Italian music tended to focus on florid vocal displays. c. Italian music was primarily monophonic. d. Italian music was slower and more serious.