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Which images were commonly found on classical Greek funerary monuments? A. images of Greek gods and goddessess B. images of domestic scenes, mostly depicting women C. images of great athletes, poets, and philosophers D. images of the afterlife in the underworld

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Which images were commonly found on classical Greek funerary monuments? A. images of Greek gods and goddessess B. images of domestic scenes, mostly depicting women C. images of great athletes, poets, and philosophers D. images of the afterlife in the underworld

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The images commonly found on classical Greek funerary monuments were mostly B. images of domestic scenes, mostly depicting women. These scenes often depicted the deceased in everyday life, emphasizing their roles and relationships, rather than their accomplishments or status. This was a way to humanize and personalize the deceased, making the monument a more poignant reminder of the person who was lost.

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