WGU C100 Study Guide With Correct Answers(Updated)2022

The Republic Applied reason and logical though to ideas about government and how to live a good, balance life. Oedipus Rex A Story of a man who lived his life now knowing the truth of his parentage and whose pride ultimately cause him to ignore his flawed humanity, resulting in a ultimate punishment of blindness and exile. The Odyseey An epic poem narrating the story of an ideal Greek hero who combined all the greatest virtues of Greek culture, as well as showing his interaction with the Greek pantheon of gods. The Parthenon Emphasized the themes of order and balance in its construction as a tempe to the goddess Athena, patron of Athens. Lysistrata A play about heroic woman who withhold sex from their husband in order to end the Peloponnesian war and force a more democratic, egalitarian political climate. What is the Primary difference between Greek and Roman societies? b. The Greeks lived in democratically-run city-states while the Romans had a larger centralized republic and eventually empire. Sappho's lyric poem "A Lament for Adonis" represent what major them of the Classical Period? b. The theme of humanism because it emphasizes human passions and emotions rather than idealized gods. Why is the statue called the Metropolitan Kouros a notable example of Greek sculpture? It utilized vertical and horizontal symmetry in creating the human form. Which of the following aspects of life today were not influenced by the Classical Period? Mass transportation Explain how Greek music addresses a common theme of the Classical Period: Greek music focused on achieving balance by working out perfect, mathematical harmonies and harmonic intervals. Which of the following are true regarding cultural exchange during the Classical Period (choose 2) - The Silk Road, a busy trade route across Europe and Asia, allowed Eastern religions such as Buddhism and Hinduism to filter into Greece. - The Greeks used many Egyptian influences in their art, sculpture, and alphabet. How do themes of the Middle Ages contrast with themes of the Classical Period (choose 2)? - The Middle Ages focused on monotheism whereas the Classical Period focused on polytheism. -The Middle Ages focused on chivalry while the Classical Period focused on cultural heroes. Michelangelo's David Sculpture emphasizing the renewed learning from classical sources that focused on ideal human forms. Madrigals Unaccompanied vocal works that employed the polyphonic use of 3-6 voices and were secular in nature. The Courtier Dialogue that emphasized how members of a Renaissance court could portray their own unique personalities and self-fashioning. The Tempest Shakespearean play whose protagonist Prospero reflects the Renaissance theme of humanism through his emphasis on learning and grappling with the reality of human emotions. Young Hare (Durer) The attention to detail in this painting reflects the Renaissance emphasis on direct observation of the natural world and the origins of science during the period. How does humanism relate to individualism? Humanism emphasizes individual development towards a social and spiritual idea. Choose TWO of the following that were true of society during the Renaissance period: The Catholic Church experienced a schism and separation as different groups (ultimately called Protestant) split off from the main Church. Many intellectuals broadened their perspectives beyond Church teachings after the discovery and spread of previously "lost" classical writings. How did John Calvin's doctrine of predestination reflect changes during the Renaissance? Its denial of the soul's free will went against Catholic teachings and further fragmented Christian unity. Which of the following was a emphasized by Renaissance humanism? Humanists sought to educate the whole person, including the physical, intellectual, and spiritual aspects of human beings. How did Petrarch's sonnets reflect the Renaissance theme of humanism? They reflected the individual's inner psychological life. Machiavelli's _The Prince_ can be said to reflect the Renaissance theme of self-fashioning because it advises political leaders to act as individuals who must carefully manage their appearance and reputation to maintain order. What about da Vinci's "Mona Lisa" (pictured below) is common among many Renaissance painters? It treats its subject with realistic detail and perspective. How does the following speech from Shakespeare's Hamlet reflect the themes of the Renaissance? The speech compares humanity to the gods in order to show our equality to the pantheon. How does art from the Renaissance illustrate cultural exchange and diversity? (Choose 2) - Renaissance artists such as the glassmakers in Italy received inspiration from glassware from the Muslim artisans. - Carved ivory from Africa was featured in the homes of European royalty during the Renaissance. Which of the following is NOT an example of Cultural Exchange in the Renaissance? The Moorish instrument "rabab" influenced the Spanish viola de gamba. Which of the following is an example of a "Renaissance man or woman"? A successful business person who plays the clarinet, rides horses competitively, and publishes articles on scientific and artistic topics. Which of the following is NOT an example of how the Renaissance appears in contemporary culture? Renaissance Faires that try to recreate Renaissance environments. Which of the following accurately explain the similarities and differences between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance? (Choose 2) The Christian world in the Middle Ages was exclusively Catholic while the Renaissance saw the proliferation of multiple Christian beliefs and theologies. Aristocrats in the Middle Ages were encouraged to master a number of different disciplines while Renaissance chivalry emphasized primarily military prowess and horsemanship. Which of the following statements would a Deist philosophes during the Enlightenment subscribe to? A Deist would believe that God created the universe and decreed its order. Which of the following philosophical approach requires direct observation and experimentation for proof? Empiricism How does the Enlightenment focus on order and clarity affect Classical Music? Classical music became more homophonic and lyrical. How did slave narratives such as the interesting Narrative of the life of Olaudah Equianno affect cultural exchange and diversity within the Enlightenment period? Cultural exchange and diversity were aided by first-hand accounts of becoming enslaved, the experience of slavery, and seeking freedom. How does the Neoclassical Period influence our contemporary culture? Choose Two Options - Classical music from the Neoclassical period continues to be performed today including a symbolic performance of Beethoven in front of the Brandenburg gate. - Contemporary political satire shows like the Daily Show reflect the use of political satire in the NeoClassical period. Order Match the Neoclassical work to the dominant theme from the Neoclassical period Joseph Hayden's "Clock Symphony" Symphony No.101 which has stringed instruments which play short notes spaced evenly in time. Progress Match the Neoclassical work to the dominant theme from the Neoclassical period Jacques-Louis Davis' "Oath of the Horatii" depicts three brothers swearing to fight for their country. Skepticism Match the Neoclassical work to the dominant theme from the Neoclassical period Molière's play "Tartuffe" uses the hypocrisy of some characters as a contrast to other character's honesty. Which of the following are not themes of Realism period? Mysticism and The sublime. The Realist period rejected Romanticism's interest in the mystical and the idealization of nature in the sublime. Instead, they were preoccupied with solving the growing social problems associated with rapid industrialization and urbanization, problems that undercut their sense of certainty in progress and continued prosperity. They were also heavily influenced by new discoveries in the natural sciences, such as Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. Refer to 8.05 for more information. French painter Gustave Courbet once said: "I have never seen angels. Show me an angel and I will paint one." Which philosophical approach from the Realist period does this quotation express? Scientific materialism promotes the view that nothing exists unless it can be verified through observation and experimentation. As such, scientific materialist do not accept ideas that rely on faith or mysticism. Refer to 8.05, 8.06, 8.08, 8.09, 8.10, and 8.12 for more information. Which of the following was a major artistic innovation during the Realist period? - The invention of photography in 1839, Louis-Jacques-Mande Daguerre invented the "daguerreotype" a process that used silver plated copper and chemicals to create photographic images. Photography soon became an important medium in art, journalism, and science, and by the late 1850s, daguerreotypes were replaced by cheaper, faster photographic processes. Which of the following best describes Realist theater of the late 19th-century? The plays attempted to accurately depict ordinary life, using everyday vocabulary and exploring moral problems that would be relevant to audience members of the time. In the last half of the 19th-century, Realist theater, like Realist literature, emphasized the accurate depiction of ordinary life on the stage. For the playwrights of the time, theater was meant to hold a mirror up to the world. Dialogue, costumes, props and sets were meant to mimic real-life behaviors and settings, so audiences had the experience of looking into the characters' lives, homes, and minds. This created intimacy between the audience and the characters, so the audience could then relate to moral and social questions presented by the drama. Refer to 8.10 for more information. Which of the following best represents the beliefs and writings of 19th-century philosopher, John Stuart Mill? Mill believed that governments should intervene only when necessary to ensure the greater good and that women should have access to education and be given the right to vote. John Stuart Mill promoted the philosophy of Utilitarianism, arguing that the proper course of political action is that which ensures the greatest good for the greatest number. He was a proponent of liberal political thought and also spoke in favor of expanding educational and political rights for women. Refer to 8.08 for more information. How do the 200 human figures sculpted in bronze on the Gates of Hell by Auguste Rodin reflect the themes of the Realist period? - Rodin's sculpture depicts figures that are lifelike in movement and gesture, displaying as they do a variety of human emotions. Rodin used the contrast between polished and textured surfaces in bronze to create intricate gestures and suggestions of movement, so that the sculpture conveys distinct moods and emotional intensity. Refer to 8.11 for more information. In what ways do the late 19th-century art movements of Impressionism and Post-Impressionism differ? - Impressionism aims to capture light and color as seen in nature, while Post-Impressionism exaggerated the techniques of impressionism, using more vivid colors that are expressive of the artists' emotions. Impressionists attempted to capture their initial, fleeting reactions to what they observed at a given moment, using quick, loose brush strokes and focusing on how light and color were perceived through the human eye. In contrast, Post-Impressionists expanded and exaggerated their approaches, emphasizing their emotions and personal responses in their paintings, which consequently were more expressive and symbolic in nature Why is Henry Ossawa Tanner's painting, The Thankful Poor, a significant work of the Realist Period? (Choose 2) - In contrast to comic depictions of African American subjects, Tanner creates an empathetic narrative through the use of soft lighting and traditional family subject matter. - Tanner's painting is widely regarded as a classic portrayal of African American dignity, and it enables viewers to relate emotionally to the man and the boy. Tanner was one of the first African American artists to rise to international fame, and this painting was widely regarded for portraying African Americans with dignity, allowing viewers to empathize with the figures in the painting. He utilized soft lighting and a traditional setting to create familiarity and a tone of empathy. Refer to 8.11 for more information. Which of the following are true of composer Claude Debussy? (Choose 2) - Debussy evoked a soft atmospheric mood in his music, reflecting the paintings of Impressionist artists. - Debussy experimented with unusual scale patterns, including scales from Eastern Asian music. Debussy had an ethereal musical style that reflected the paintings of Impressionist painters such as Monet, and he was fond of unusual scale patterns, including those from Eastern Asian music and the pentatonic scale that utilized 5 notes instead of the traditional 8 Which late 19th-century art movements were inspired by the ancient traditions of Japanese woodblock painting? (Select 3) - Impressionism - Art Nouveau - Post-Impressionism The traditions of Japanese woodblock painting from the late 1600s inspired the new art movements of Impressionism, Post-Impressionism, and Art Nouveau. In the late 19th century, artists across Europe incorporated elements of the Japanese woodblock prints into their own creations. Refer to 8.17 for more information.