Answer:
The Catholic Church commissioned works of art.
Religious themes dominated art and literature.
Religious themes dominated art and literature.
People were shown as serious in medieval art.
Step-by-step explanation:
During the Middle Ages, the church controlled almost all segments of life. Art, literature and science were under the strict control of the church. It was possible to engage in art, science and literature only with the church authorities' permission. The places where people practised some of these areas were the only churches. Talented artists and writers were hired by church authorities to sponsor their activities, and the topics were exclusively religious.