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Which of the following best defines secco fresco?

A
a technique in which paint is applied with water based paints on plaster
B
a type of fresco that is sprayed with water when it in finished
C
a technique in which paint is applied to a dry plaster wall
D
none of the above
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What did many people believe was the cause of the Black Death?

A
a punishment for sinful humans
B
a disease spread by the monarchy
C
tainted drinking water
D
the art forms of the period
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Which of the following describes one of the drawbacks of fresco secco? a. Fresco secco didn't allow for the use of ultramarine blue paints. b. Gold leafing couldn't be applied to frescoes when using the fresco secco technique. c. Fresco artists could only work on one small section of a fresco at a time. d. Fresco secco was less durable than other techniques, and subject to peeling.

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Giotto’s work made a great impact and paved the way for new and artistic innovative change, and most of it was located in the __________ Chapel.

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What color does cobalt-oxide produce?

A
blue-violet
B
red
C
yellow
D
green
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What is the other name for the Black Death?

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What is the purpose of a flying buttress?

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Which of the following is depicted in the image above?

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Coffins showing victims of the black death.
B
Dead people laying in a pile while devils and angels carry their souls to hell or heaven.
C
Wealthy young people listening to music under orange trees.
D
all of the above
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What is Abbot Suger holding in the image below?

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