Art History Exam 2 Aegean Quiz

1. Why are classical things considered classic?

Classic refers to outdated and irrelevant things.

Classic = value + influence that will never go away- legacy, timeless, inspiring, "original"

Classic signifies temporary and passing fads.

Classic describes anything new and trendy.

Classical things are considered classic because they possess timeless value, influence, and originality that will endure through the ages, creating a lasting legacy and inspiring others.

Explanation

Classical things are considered classic because they possess timeless value, influence, and originality that will endure through the ages, creating a lasting legacy and inspiring others.

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2. Why is the sculpture of Aphrodite depicting her as nude?

Aphrodite of Knidos Praxiteles She is naked because she just had a bath, bathing is an act of renewal = fertility women were usually not shown nude late classical

Aphrodite is always depicted nude in Greek mythology for artistic reasons

The sculptor misunderstood ancient Greek customs regarding nudity

The sculptor wanted to shock the viewers for attention

The correct answer explains the symbolic and cultural reasoning behind depicting Aphrodite as nude in the sculpture.

Explanation

The correct answer explains the symbolic and cultural reasoning behind depicting Aphrodite as nude in the sculpture.

3. Who is Minos?

Wizard

Warrior

Merchant

King

Minos is known in Greek mythology as the legendary king of Crete.

Explanation

Minos is known in Greek mythology as the legendary king of Crete.

4. What is a Minotaur?

A mythical bird

A half-human half-horse creature

A giant serpent

Part man part bull

The Minotaur is a creature from Greek mythology, with the body of a man and the head of a bull. It is known for being imprisoned in the labyrinth of King Minos in Crete.

Explanation

The Minotaur is a creature from Greek mythology, with the body of a man and the head of a bull. It is known for being imprisoned in the labyrinth of King Minos in Crete.

5. What historical tool or weapon is represented by the term 'Labrys'?

A musical instrument

Double-sided ax Minoan society

A type of Roman coin

A medieval siege weapon

The term 'Labrys' specifically refers to a double-sided ax used in Minoan society, known for its symbolic and practical significance.

Explanation

The term 'Labrys' specifically refers to a double-sided ax used in Minoan society, known for its symbolic and practical significance.

6. What is a labyrinth?

A large body of water surrounded by land.

A flat surface used for walking or driving on.

Complex maze-like structure "house of the double axe"

A type of musical instrument similar to a flute.

A labyrinth is specifically a maze-like structure and not a flat surface, musical instrument, or body of water.

Explanation

A labyrinth is specifically a maze-like structure and not a flat surface, musical instrument, or body of water.

7. What characterized the Dark Ages?

Renaissance art flourishing, abundant written records, strong centralized government, complex city life, rigid social hierarchy, extravagant idle rich, focus on trade and commerce.

Enlightenment era cultural progress, extensive written documentation, democratic governance, sophisticated urban lifestyle, rigid social ranks, conspicuous consumerism among the wealthy, agricultural and pastoral pursuits.

Industrial Revolution advancements, technological innovation, establishment of global government, urbanization, strict social class distinctions, wealthy elite, focus on industrialization and capitalism.

No monumental art or movements at the time,no written records, no centralized government, simple, village life, no rigid satisfaction, no idle rich, agriculture, and herding

The Dark Ages were characterized by a lack of monumental art or movements, absence of written records, decentralized governance, simple village living, absence of social stratification, and focus on agriculture and herding.

Explanation

8. Who wrote the Illiad and The Odyssey?

Jane Austen

Mark Twain

Shakespeare

Wrote the Illiad and The Odyssey

Homer is credited with writing two of the greatest epics in ancient Greek literature, the Illiad and The Odyssey. The other options provided did not write these specific works.

Explanation

Homer is credited with writing two of the greatest epics in ancient Greek literature, the Illiad and The Odyssey. The other options provided did not write these specific works.

9. What virtues are typically extolled in the epics?

Virtues: laziness, cowardice, selfishness, ignorance

Virtues: kindness, empathy, forgiveness, humility

Virtues: deceit, disloyalty, greed, arrogance

Virtues: courage self-control patriotism wisdomus-them mentality qualities that make a better warrior

Epics often focus on virtues such as courage, self-control, patriotism, wisdom, and qualities that make a better warrior as these are seen as admirable traits in epic heroes.

Explanation

Epics often focus on virtues such as courage, self-control, patriotism, wisdom, and qualities that make a better warrior as these are seen as admirable traits in epic heroes.

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