Question

which of the following is not true of art during the hellenistic period?
a. abstract forms were often used to represent human figures.
b. the sculptures were enormous during the hellenistic period.
c. much of the art is characterized by outlined or drawn imagery.
d. artists of this period had a noticeably violent vision for art.

please select the best answer from the choices provided

a
b
c
d

Explanation:

To determine the incorrect statement about Hellenistic art:

• Hellenistic art emphasized realism, emotion, and often depicted human figures with naturalistic (not abstract) forms. Option a claims abstract forms were used for human figures, which is untrue.
• Hellenistic sculptures (like Laocoön) were enormous (b is true).
• Hellenistic art included outlined/drawn imagery (c is true).
• Some art depicted violent scenes (e.g., battles), so d is true.

Answer:

A. Abstract forms were often used to represent human figures.