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Donatello was an Italian Renaissance sculptor from Florence. He studied classical sculpture and used this to develop a complete Renaissance style in sculpture. Take this quiz to widen your knowledge.

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1.

When was he born?
- A.
  
  1500
- B.
  
  1400
- C.
  
  1386
- D.
  
  1886
Correct Answer
C. 1386
2.

When did he die?
- A.
  
  1444
- B.
  
  1494
- C.
  
  1510
- D.
  
  1466
Correct Answer
D. 1466

Explanation
Based on the given options, the year 1466 is the only one that matches the question "When did he die?" as it provides a specific year. The other options are not relevant to the question or do not provide a specific year of death. Therefore, the correct answer is 1466.

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3.

At what age did he die?
- A.
  
  80
- B.
  
  86
- C.
  
  76
- D.
  
  70
Correct Answer
A. 80

Explanation
The correct answer is 80 because it is the only option that is a possible age at which someone could die. The other options are younger ages and therefore not the correct answer.

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4.

Where is he from?
- A.
  
  England
- B.
  
  Mexico
- C.
  
  Italy
- D.
  
  USA
Correct Answer
C. Italy

Explanation
The correct answer is Italy because the question is asking about the person's origin or nationality. Italy is one of the options provided, indicating that the person is from Italy.

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5.

What is he known for?
- A.
  
  Painter
- B.
  
  Sculptor
- C.
  
  Footballer
- D.
  
  None of the the above
Correct Answer
B. Sculptor

Explanation
He is known for his expertise and skill in sculpting. This means that he is recognized and remembered for his ability to create three-dimensional artworks using materials such as stone, clay, or metal. He may have gained fame and recognition for his sculptures, which could be displayed in galleries, museums, or public spaces.

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6.

Which of the following is his main work?
- A.
  
  Nick Powell
- B.
  
  St Mark
- C.
  
  Alexandra
- D.
  
  Augustine
Correct Answer
B. St Mark

Explanation
The main work of Nick Powell is St Mark.

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7.

When did he mould St Mark?
- A.
  
  1413
- B.
  
  1400
- C.
  
  1500
- D.
  
  1510
Correct Answer
A. 1413
8.

In what year did he mould the feast of Herod?
- A.
  
  1400
- B.
  
  1440
- C.
  
  1430
- D.
  
  1425
Correct Answer
D. 1425

Explanation
In the given question, it is asked in which year did he mould the feast of Herod. The correct answer is 1425.

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9.

In what year did he mould St George tabernacle?
- A.
  
  1413
- B.
  
  1417
- C.
  
  1500
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 1417

Explanation
In 1417, he moulded St George tabernacle.

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10.

In what year did he mould Magdalene Penitent?
- A.
  
  1430
- B.
  
  1444
- C.
  
  1455
- D.
  
  1476
Correct Answer
C. 1455

Explanation
The correct answer is 1455. This means that he moulded Magdalene Penitent in the year 1455.

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