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Why was blue considered a symbol of wealth in ancient art?

AIt was associated with the color of high-value coins.

BIt was easy to produce but hard to preserve.

CIt was made from a rare and costly mineral.

DIt was a color only royalty was allowed to wear.

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正确答案：C

How did the use of blue in painting change during the Renaissance?

AArtists stopped using blue entirely.

BDue to new mining techniques, blue became cheaper to acquire.

COil paints made it easier to mix and layer blue.

DBlue was replaced by green as the dominant color.

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正确答案：C

What impact did the development of Prussian blue have on art?

AIt made paintings that used it more valuable.

BIt made blue more affordable and widely used by artists.

CIt was associated with paintings made only in Germany.

DIt had little impact, as most artists disliked it.

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正确答案：B

According to the speaker, why do some still prefer lapis lazuli over synthetic dyes?

AIt dries more quickly.

BIt is easier to mix with other colors.

CIt is less likely to fade over time.

DIt has a deeper, more vibrant appearance.

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正确答案：D