Art & Literature
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The irony of the short story "Federigo's Falcon" by Giovanni Boccaccio arises when the main character, Federigo, kills his prized falcon to feed the woman that he loves. The woman, Monna Giovanna, originally goes to Federigo to ask him for the falcon to save her sick son.
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Q: How much money did the Taj Mahal cost to build?
A: Construction of the Taj Mahal cost more than 32 crore rupees, according to Tajmahal.org.uk, which in today's currency is more than $200 million dollars for the building and its surroundings. More than 20,000 workers contributed, and construction took place over a 22-year period from 1631 to 1653. -
Q: Why was Big Ben built?
A: Big Ben was built as part of a design decision in 1844 that the new Houses of Parliament should include a tower and a clock. The rebuilding of the Houses of Parliament was necessary after a fire in 1834 destroyed the old Palace of Westminster. -
Q: What are the names of the three pyramids in Giza?
A: The three Egyptian pyramids known as the Giza Pyramids are Khufu, Khafre and Menkaure. They are located on the Giza Plateau, outside of the modern city of El Giza, Egypt. -
Q: How do architects use the Pythagorean theorem?
A: Architects use the Pythagorean theorem, which is expressed by the equation: a2 + b2 = c2, in designing and computing the measurements of building structures and bridges. One example involves roof design. A gable roof is made of two right triangles, where the base of one right triangle is called the run, the height is called the rise and the slope is called the rafter. -
Q: What are the people that design buildings called?
A: Architects are professionals that design buildings. An architect meets with a government or private sector client to discuss goals and plans for a building. The architect then uses computer programs to develop drawings of the buildings, which are then used by construction companies to build the structure. -
Q: Why do many churches have stained glass windows?
A: Stained glass windows were a way to add beauty and to provide narrative information to those who looked at them. Churches, particularly those from medieval times, often had stained glass windows because they were both sites of worship and learning. - See More Architecture Questions
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Q: What type of plane does Snoopy fly in the "Peanuts" comic strip?
A: Snoopy's plane is a Sopwith Camel, which is a single-seated biplane fighter flown by the British during World War One. His enemy during these fantasies, known as the Red Baron, was an actual German pilot named Manfred von Richtofen, who was credited with 80 air combat victories during the war. -
Q: What is the purpose of political cartoons?
A: The main purpose of political cartoons is to give an opinion or a point about a political event or view in a humorous way. Most cartoons make people get amused or laugh, but they are intended to persuade people or pass along certain information. -
Q: What are custom Yu-Gi-Oh card sleeves?
A: Custom Yu-Gi-Oh card sleeves are covers that are designed to protect cards by keeping them clean and not allowing them to bend. These sleeves can come in a simple solid color such as green, or they can be completely customized to reflect the personality of the individual. -
Q: Who is Jackie Chun?
A: Jackie Chun is a parody reference to martial artist and actor Jackie Chan, which appears in the Dragon Ball manga and anime works. It was the assumed name that Master Roshi used when fighting in the World Martial Arts Tournament. -
Q: What are some classic top visual novels?
A: Classic top visual novels include "Corpse Party," "Clannad," "Hotel Dusk: Room 215," "Sayo No Uta" and "Sweet Fuse: At Your Side." Visual novels are works of interactive fiction that are similar to mixed-media novels. They use graphics, including live-action stills and anime art, to tell a story, and they are usually read on computers rather than game consoles. -
Q: Which superhero gave The Avengers their name?
A: The name "The Avengers" was suggested by the Wasp (Janet van Dyne) in "Avengers Volume 1, #1" which was published in 1963. In her dialogue, the Wasp suggested a "colorful and dramatic" name for the newly formed crime fighting group of superheroes, which, at the time, included Ant-Man, Iron Man, the Hulk and Thor. - See More Comics & Anime Questions
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Q: How can I create an art project with a cow hooves theme?
A: One of the many possible art projects with a cow hooves theme involves making vegetable stamps. For this project, use celery stalks are the best, and cut them crosswise across the grain. Tempera paint or any other washable paint is suitable for the project. Other necessary material include scrap newspaper, construction paper, a knife, and crayons or markers. -
Q: How much does the original "Starry Night" cost?
A: Vincent Van Gogh's "Starry Night" painting is not for sale as of 2014. The painting is the property of the Museum of Modern Art in New York through the Lillie P. Bliss bequest. "Starry Night" is on display there. -
Q: What is atmospheric perspective in art?
A: Atmospheric perspective refers to the effect the atmosphere has on distant objects. Also known as aerial perspective, the atmosphere can affect many aspects of a painting or picture. -
Q: What is a cartoon hippo?
A: Cartoon hippos are characters drawn and featured in typically humorous animated films or TV series. Among the most well-known cartoon hippos are the dancing ballerina hippos in the children's book "Fantasia" and TV characters George and Martha, the hip hop hippos Flavio and Marita from the animated series "Animaniacs," and Gloria the hippo from the "Madagascar" movies. -
Q: What are different kinds of art?
A: Fine art includes many broad categories, such as painting, print, drawing, photography, craft, design, performance art, mixed-media, sculpture, installation, and new media. Each category includes various styles and classifications. For instance, some of the different styles within the painting genre are realism, photo-realism, painterly, impressionism, expressionism, abstraction and abstract. -
Q: What are some different types of art?
A: Some different types of art are animation, architecture, assemblage, calligraphy, ceramics, computer, Christian or religious, conceptual, artistic design, drawing, folk, graffiti, graphic, illuminated manuscript, illustration, mosaic, painting, performance, photography, sculpture, stained glass, tapestry, and video. Subclassifications include chalk, charcoal, pen and ink, watercolors, acrylics, miniature painting, engraving, lithography, screen printing, wood carving, dance, and acting. - See More Fine Art Questions
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Q: What is the name of the giant in "Jack and the Beanstalk"?
A: In the original text of "Jack and the Beanstalk," the name of the giant is not given. However, most plays that are based on the story have the giant named Blunderbore. The giant goes by similar names in other versions of the story, including Blunderboar, Thunderbore, Blunderbus and Blunderbuss. -
Q: What is the moral of Rapunzel?
A: Various interpretation of the moral of "Rapunzel" concern the inevitability of the life cycle and procreation. Other interpretations of the story focus on the struggle of the young against the old, according to SurLaLune Fairy Tales. -
Q: What is the story of "Swan Lake" about?
A: The tragic love story of "Swan Lake" is about a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer's curse. During the day she must swim as a swan in a lake of tears. At night she may be human again, but her spell can only be broken by a virgin prince who swears his eternal fidelity to her. -
Q: What is the best way to wish someone good luck?
A: Wishing someone good luck on their future endeavors is a friendly and polite gesture that can be done in a variety of ways, preferably by sending a handwritten note. The note may be accompanied by wishing the recipient well either in person or on the phone, depending on the relationship to him or her. -
Q: What brought Frosty the Snowman to life?
A: According to MSN Entertainment, the poetic character Frosty the Snowman was brought to life by a magic silk hat. The hat belonged to a magician named Professor Hinkle, who was hired to perform magic tricks for bored students. -
Q: How can you become healthy according to old wives' tales?
A: Many old wives' tales exist that promise benefits of better health or to cure an ailment. In some cases, these tales are at least partially true. Common old wives' tales include those related to eyesight, joints and muscular health, and some claim to reduce doctor's visits and keep children free from disease. - See More Folklore Questions
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