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michelleunicorn

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The term pantokrater, used in the title of the mosaic Christ as the Pantokater, is Greek for:
 
  A. ruler of all.
  B. gentle.
  C. awe-inspiring.
  D. holy.
  E. savior.

Question 2

The ________ technique was used to complete the Empress Theodora and Retinue in 547 C.E.
 
  A. collage
  B. woven threads
  C. fresco
  D. encaustic
  E. mosaic


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Reply #1 on: Jun 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A
The image of a pantokrater is a standard of later Byzantine iconography.

Answer to Question 2

E
The method of creating a design or image by arranging bits of colored ceramic, stone, or glass was a favored Byzantine technique.


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Reply 2 on: Jun 23, 2018
Excellent

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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