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Classical Civilisation
A Level

What is the difference between the black and the red figure vase painting technique.

1.     Black technique was the oldest developed around 700 BC in Corinth, while red techniques was developed in Athens in late 6th century (530) until the 3rd century BC2.     Black figure style refer to ...

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'Odysseus is only motivated by his desire to return home'. How far do you agree with this view?

Read the question multiple times. The statement is extremely narrow - to say Odysseus is 'only' motivated by nostos is incorrect.Think of your initial ideas, jot them down. What motivates Odysseus?Reachin...

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Evaluate which was more effective in conveying Augustus’ public image to the citizens of Rome, literature or visual/material culture. [30]

Introduction: Address the question, defining terms in the title and outline where your essay will lead. In this question you could establish how you will evaluate a source as ‘effective’ ...

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‘Ascanius is more of a plot device than a fully realised character’ (20)

Very rough and brief plan:Paragraph one: Ascanius is a plot device, but this does not preclude Virgil from showing us elements of his characterHe is manipulated by the gods to make Dido f...

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How did Augustus use propaganda to support his success?

Augustus had many close colleagues such as Maecenas who had links with influential figures such as poets. Maecenas then made arrangements with these people, such as Ovid and Horace and offered them money ...

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