Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. How are mosaics, like the one shown above, created? Look at the mosaic closely. How did the artist create this mosaic? Where are mosaics usually used?

Answer:

Mosaics are created by arranging small pieces of colored stone, glass, or tile into a picture and setting them onto a surface. In this mosaic, the artist used contrasting pieces to form the walking soldiers, carts, and animals against a dark blue background. Mosaics are usually used to decorate floors and walls in buildings. They can also be used on other surfaces, such as ceilings.