Which of the following statements is UNTRUE concerning Hellenistic culture?
A)It was a great period of literature, especially in drama, history, and biography.
B)It was a period that saw the need to preserve the writings of the classical Greeks.
C)Sculptors and architects could very easily find work in the new Hellenistic cities.
D)Artists remained social outcasts, and were rarely patronized by the rich.
E)Hellenist sculpture was often more realistic and emotional than classical Greek sculpture.

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The statement that artists remained social outcasts and were rarely patronized by the rich is untrue. In fact, wealthy patrons often commissioned art during the Hellenistic period, leading to a flourishing of artistic production.

Which of the Following Statements Is UNTRUE Concerning Hellenistic Culture