The topic I chose for this paper is to compare and contrast the basilica of San Vitale and basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo. For this week, I have to complete a research paper proposal. Instruction: 1. Why are you drawn to write about these works of art? What will your essay say about their significance? 2. List three stylistic characteristics that relate to this artwork(Basilica of San Vitale)3. List three cultural characteristics that relate to this artwork(Basilica of San Vitale)4. List three stylistic characteristics that relate to this artwork(Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo)5. List three cultural characteristics that relate to this artwork(Basilica of Sant’Apollinare Nuovo)6. What significant connection(s) between the two works of art can you make? Even though they are from different period-styles, how do they illustrate a particular artistic or cultural theme?7. Outside Research Sources for This Essay: Practice using MLA or Chicago format here