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Which dynasty saw the standardization of the small seal script (Xiaozhuan) for official use?
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Qin dynasty
In Chinese calligraphy, what is the term for holding the brush with the wrist lifted off the table?
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Suspended wrist (Xuanwan)
Which emperor of the Tang dynasty was also a renowned calligrapher and poet?
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Emperor Taizong of Tang
What is the name of the calligraphy style that combines elements of cursive and regular script, often used for notes?
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Running script (Xingshu)
Which Tang dynasty calligrapher is known as 'Crazy Zhang' for his wild cursive style?
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Zhang Xu
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In Chinese calligraphy, what is the term for holding the brush with the wrist lifted off the table?
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Suspended wrist (Xuanwan)
Which emperor of the Tang dynasty was also a renowned calligrapher and poet?
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Emperor Taizong of Tang
What is the name of the calligraphy style that combines elements of cursive and regular script, often used for notes?
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Running script (Xingshu)
What material is traditionally used to make the ink stick in Chinese calligraphy?
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Soot and animal glue