History of Record-Keeping: Sumerians and Egyptians
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What form of writing is usually credited to the Sumerians or the Egyptians?

  • Petroglyphs
  • Cylcons
  • Nsibidi
  • Hieroglyphics (correct)
  • What invention changed how history was visualized, providing realistic images of the past?

  • Quipus
  • Oracle bones
  • Camera (correct)
  • Geoglyphs
  • What was a challenge faced by those producing stories set in photographed times?

  • Casting actors who resemble historical figures (correct)
  • Creating geoglyphs
  • Collecting petroglyphs
  • Learning cuneiform
  • What strategy did early civilizations like the Sumerians and Egyptians use to record their histories?

    <p>Petroglyphs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a limitation of early forms of writing like cuneiform and hieroglyphics?

    <p>Complexity in understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the invention of the camera impact how historical figures were portrayed in modern storytelling?

    <p>It made physical resemblance less important</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one argument against the casting of Black actors in the musical Hamilton as America's legendary founding heroes?

    <p>It distorts American history into a simple tale of heroes and villains.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk of actors mimicking the voices of historical figures?

    <p>They could caricature the historical figures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did the musical Hamilton defy expectations in casting actors?

    <p>By casting Black actors as America's legendary founding heroes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the musical Hamilton receive praise regarding its casting choices?

    <p>It gave a marginalized group control of the narrative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one concern raised about using AI-generated voices for political speeches?

    <p>It may not authentically represent the politician.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it expected that an actress playing Margaret Thatcher should study her voice diligently?

    <p>To match not just her pitch but her every pause.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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