AH Quick Recall 500 Deck 2

Question 1

Although many Italian artists used this word in the titles of their works, it is actually more of a concept that depicts an event in the life of Jesus Christ. Michelangelo’s statue is probably the most famous one, but some art experts say Titian’s painting, circa 1575, is the most sublime. Give the Italian word for this concept, which shows Mary, the mother of Jesus, supporting the body of her dead son.

Answer 1

Pieta

Question 2

American slaves used this dance, whose music influenced both ragtime and jazz, to satirize white ballroom trends. Couples stepped lively in a square until judges eliminated them, based on their grace and originality. Name this dance, once a staple of minstrel shows, whose winners were awarded a highly decorated dessert.

Answer 2

cakewalk

Question 3

An African version of this ballroom dance, the batuque (buh-TOO-kuh)