Question

1. what was one reason for the ornate and dramatic style of baroque art?

a. to convey the power of the church and monarchy

b. to promote minimalist aesthetics

c. to celebrate scientific discoveries

d. to reject the artistic styles of the past

Explanation:

Baroque art was often commissioned by the Church (especially during the Counter - Reformation) and monarchs (like Louis XIV). The ornate and dramatic style was used to show their power and authority. Option b is wrong as Baroque is the opposite of minimalist. Option c is incorrect as Baroque art was not mainly about celebrating scientific discoveries. Option d is wrong because Baroque didn't reject past styles in that way; it had its own purposes related to power display of Church and monarchy.

Answer:

a. To convey the power of the Church and monarchy