This Painting Shows a Spanish Rebel About to Be Executed

question 24

Multiple Choice

This painting shows a Spanish rebel about to be executed. His arms are upraised and he is bathed in light. What do these elements suggest the artist was trying to portray?

• A) Many Spanish rebels took a nonconfrontational stance toward Napoleon's forces.
• B) Many conquered peoples felt fear during the Napoleonic Wars.
• C) The victim represents a Christ-like martyr.
• D) The victim is being justly punished as a ruthless enemy of Napoleon's army.

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