Examine this picture. It shows an Assyrian artifact called a relief sculpture.

Question

A carved stone relief sculpture of a hand holding a buck is shown. Lettering covers and surrounds the hand and the bucket. A bracelet with a sun- or flower-like object is visible on the hand’s wrist.

What can you infer about Assyrian culture based on this work of art? Select the three correct answers.

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Responses

Assyrians could depict people realistically.

Assyrians could depict people realistically.

Assyrians did not value works of art.

Assyrians did not value works of art.

Assyrians used a written language.

Assyrians used a written language.

Assyrians sometimes wore accessories.

Assyrians sometimes wore accessories.

Assyrians were not skilled sculptors.

Assyrians were not skilled sculptors.
Remaining Attempts : 3

Answer 1

Based on the description of the Assyrian relief sculpture, the following inferences about Assyrian culture can be made:

1. Assyrians could depict people realistically. - The mention of a carved stone relief sculpture indicates skill in portraying figures, suggesting a realistic depiction of people.

2. Assyrians used a written language. - The presence of lettering surrounding the hand and bucket implies that a form of written language was used in Assyrian culture.

3. Assyrians sometimes wore accessories. - The detail regarding a bracelet on the hand suggests that accessories were part of their personal adornment, indicating an appreciation for decorative items.

Therefore, the correct answers are:

• Assyrians could depict people realistically.
• Assyrians used a written language.
• Assyrians sometimes wore accessories.