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1. A riddle composed of symbols suggesting the sounds they represent.

2. A row of windows in the upper part of a wall.

3. 1.) Scenes from Old and New Testament are represented.2.) The number of scenes reflects medieval number symbolism.3.) Scenes focus on direct and forceful messages.4.) Doors are found on Early Medieval Church.

4. Why is it unhelpful or unproductive to judge art solely on subjective likes or dislikes - and what alternative is there to this approach?

5. Style of medieval music in which a second melodic line was added to plainchant.

6. Refers to a system of weight distribution and was demonstrated with the Doryphorus.

7. An image that is either intangible or not obvious considered

8. 1.) Suggest an interest in survival and the success of the hunt.2.) Demonstrate an advanced understanding of suggested 3- D form.3.) Belong to the Paleolithic period.

9. A branch of philosophy dealing with the nature of beauty and art and their relation to human beings.

10. He was responsible for initiating the building project on the Athenian acropolis after seizing funds of the Delian League.

11. Form of plainchant in which each syllable is spread out over several notes.

12. Aspects of culture that focus on the human spirit

13. 1.) Linear perspective 2.) Shadow3.) Overlapping 4.) Color tone

14. It is often symbolic rather than representational and paintings are usually found in catacombs.

15. A large niche or niche - like space projecting from and expanding the interior space of a building.

16. The practice of adhering to the accepted traditional and established religious - in this case christian - faith.

17. He is the creater of the Doryphorus (Lance Bearer) - Author of the written and sculptural canon of proportions.

18. 1.) For a brief time Egyptian art became curvilinear and informal rather than rigid and timeless.2.) The pantheon of Egyptian Gods was temporarily broken and new monotheistic faith was created.3.) The prominence of the Egyptian queen.4.) The singular

19. An approach to art characterized by individuality - virtuosity - and emotion

20. Examining the work itself without dealing with external factors.

21. The speed of the beats in music.

22. Characterized by balance - perfection of form - and control over rational intellect.

23. In his writings - St. Augustine demonstrates a profound influence from which this pre - christian thinker.

24. Philosophy concerned with human beings - their achievements - and interests - as opposed to abstract beings and problems of theology.

25. 1.) Stone sculpture was reserved mainly for architectural adornment. 2.) These massive churches reflect a militiant and triumphant church.3.) The tendency in the north was for stone rather than wooden ceilings. 4.) Originates from Roman Law Court.