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What was a common theme depicted in Sumerian sculpture?
What was a common theme depicted in Sumerian sculpture?
- Everyday life scenes
- Abstract geometric patterns
- Religious themes and rulers (correct)
- Mythological creatures and heroes
What is notable about the eyes of Sumerian statues?
What is notable about the eyes of Sumerian statues?
- They are absent
- They are small and delicate
- They are large and dominate round faces (correct)
- They are elongated and narrow
Which semi-precious stones were used in Sumerian art?
Which semi-precious stones were used in Sumerian art?
- Quartz, obsidian, onyx, jade
- Ruby, emerald, sapphire, topaz
- Limestone, alabaster, lapis lazuli, diorite (correct)
- Amber, coral, turquoise, pearl
Which materials were commonly used by Sumerian artists?
Which materials were commonly used by Sumerian artists?
What was the purpose of the tallest statues produced by Sumerian artists?
What was the purpose of the tallest statues produced by Sumerian artists?
What was a common theme depicted in Sumerian sculpture?
What was a common theme depicted in Sumerian sculpture?
What was the purpose of the tallest statues produced by Sumerian artists?
What was the purpose of the tallest statues produced by Sumerian artists?
What is notable about the eyes of Sumerian statues?
What is notable about the eyes of Sumerian statues?
Which materials were commonly used by Sumerian artists?
Which materials were commonly used by Sumerian artists?
Which semi-precious stones were used in Sumerian art?
Which semi-precious stones were used in Sumerian art?