Baroque Art Features Theatrical Compositions in Order to __________

question 271

Multiple Choice

Baroque art features theatrical compositions in order to __________.

• A)emphasize the rationality of Humanism
• B)embody the ideals of the Reformation
• C)elicit emotional responses from viewers
• D)convey the frivolity of wealthy patrons

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Definitions:

On-Center

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Off-Surround

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Color Opponent Retinal Ganglion Cell

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