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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. While working on Julius' tomb, what comes Michelangelo's way?

2. What is the reaction of the city when they first see the David in progress?

3. What does the Duke really want to punish Michelangelo for?

4. When do Michelangelo and the Contessina finally talk about their mutual love?

5. What is the connection of Pope Paul III to the de Medici family?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Michelangelo learn about the block of marble that will eventually become one of his greatest works?

2. Describe briefly the attraction Michelangelo feels toward Tommaso Cavalieri.

3. What family problem does Michelangelo attempt to solve with his brothers?

4. How does Bramante complicate the start of Pope Julius II's tomb?

5. How does Michelangelo react to the cancellation of the San Lorenzo project?

6. What does Michelangelo hope for after Pope Julius II dies?

7. How does Michelangelo react when he is refused admittance to see Pope Julius II?

8. How does Michelangelo finally get the Wool Guild commission?

9. What is the political shift in the Vatican after Leo X dies?

10. Briefly explain the problem Michelangelo has with the Carraini over Leo's insistence on using Pietrasanta marble.

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Write a critique of THE AGONY AND THE ECSTASY. Discuss Stone's style and his research to make the novel historically accurate. End with your recommendation for others to read the novel.

Essay Topic 2

Write an essay about family relationships. Use Michelangelo as an example of a person who shows loyalty and support of family. Also discuss how family may cause stress on one individual in the family group.

Essay Topic 3

Write an essay about Michelangelo's idea that the human form should be painted as God made it. How do you feel about his Sistine Chapel paintings or his statue of David?

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