Saint Longinus by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (Vatican City — 1638) — Questions and answers

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What important moment does the Saint Longinus sculpture capture?

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  1. The moment Longinus became a Roman soldier.
  2. The instant Longinus converted to Christianity. ✓
  3. Bernini's first visit to the Vatican.
  4. A Roman feast in ancient times.

Answer: The instant Longinus converted to Christianity.

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What did Bernini do many years before creating the big Saint Longinus sculpture?

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  1. He built a new church by himself.
  2. He worked on countless sketches and drawings. ✓
  3. He learned how to fly a kite.
  4. He taught his assistant how to paint.

Answer: He worked on countless sketches and drawings.

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What big challenge was Bernini thinking about as Saint Longinus was almost finished?

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  1. How to find a new assistant.
  2. How to make the sculpture glow in the dark.
  3. How to make his sculpture look good inside St. Peter's Basilica. ✓
  4. How to make more money from his art.

Answer: How to make his sculpture look good inside St. Peter's Basilica.

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How did people react when the Saint Longinus sculpture was first shown to the world?

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  1. They thought it was too small.
  2. They were confused by it.
  3. They felt awe and reverence for it. ✓
  4. They wanted to buy it for their homes.

Answer: They felt awe and reverence for it.

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What does Bernini's Saint Longinus sculpture continue to do for millions of visitors today?

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  1. It makes them feel sleepy.
  2. It inspires and captivates them. ✓
  3. It makes them want to leave quickly.
  4. It tells them stories about Bernini's life.

Answer: It inspires and captivates them.

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