Question 1

The English word "technique" comes from
A)Latin.
B)Greek.
C)Egyptian.
D)French.

Accepted Answer

The English word "technique" originates from the Greek word "techne," which means art, skill, or craft.

Question 2

What does Jan Steen's The Drawing Lesson provide for modern viewers?
A)a record of familial interaction
B)a record of an artist's workplace
C)a record of sculptural technique
D)a record of a Dutch landscape

Accepted Answer

B

Question 3

The English word "artist" comes from
A)Latin.
B)Greek.
C)Egyptian.
D)French.

Accepted Answer

The English word "artist" is derived from the Latin word "artista," which means someone who practices the arts.

Question 4

A painting that portrays inanimate objects is called a
A)canon.
B)lithograph.
C)still life.
D)trompe l'oeil.

Accepted Answer

A painting that portrays inanimate objects is called a still life, which is a common genre in art. Still lifes can depict a variety of objects such as vases, fruits, books, and household items, arranged in a particular composition to create an aesthetically pleasing image.

Question 5

What is the significance of the quince in Zhu Da's Quince (Mugua)?
A)It is a symbol of transience.
B)It is a reference to the artist's name.
C)It is a symbol of imperial strength.
D)It is a reference to the artist's friend.

Accepted Answer

The answer of What is the significance of the quince...

Question 6

During which era did artists begin to be designated as "masters"?
A)Baroque
B)Ancient Rome
C)Renaissance
D)Middle Ages

Accepted Answer

The answer of During which era did artists begin to...

Question 7

Which of the following is a central goal of art history?
A)to realize the worth of the work
B)to apply current artistic theories to past works
C)to investigate the artist's reputation
D)to explore the cultural factors that contributed to the initial reception of the work

Accepted Answer

Art history focuses on understanding the historical and cultural context in which artworks were created and received. Therefore, exploring the cultural factors that contributed to the initial reception of the work is a central goal of art history. The other options may also be relevant to art history, but they are not as central as understanding the cultural context.

Question 8

What formal device leads the viewers' eyes directly to Christ in Leonardo's The Last Supper?
A)the family crest
B)the contrasting colors
C)the white tablecloth
D)the regularly spaced tapestries

Accepted Answer

The regularly spaced tapestries create linear perspective lines that converge at Christ, drawing the viewer's eyes directly to him.

Question 9

What do coins generally symbolize in a still life?
A)involvement in trade
B)wealth of the owner
C)wealth of the artist
D)involvement in politics

Accepted Answer

Coins in a still life typically symbolize the wealth or prosperity of the owner, reflecting their financial status or success.

Question 10

Which of the following terms best describes the painting Flower Piece with Curtain by van der Spelt and van Mieris?
A)abstraction
B)naturalism/realism
C)nonrepresentational
D)figurative

Accepted Answer

Flower Piece with Curtain depicts a realistic and detailed arrangement of flowers and fruits, with a focus on representing the textures and colors of the objects in a naturalistic manner.

Question 11

Which of the following is a threat to the Sphinx today?
A)pollution
B)unstable governments
C)arid environment
D)the Nile

Accepted Answer

Pollution from nearby factories and vehicles is causing damage to the Sphinx's delicate limestone structure.

Question 12

To depict the human body according to an idea of physical perfection is called
A)idealization.
B)romanticism.
C)naturalism.
D)realism.

Accepted Answer

Idealization refers to the depiction of the human body according to an ideal standard of physical perfection, often emphasizing ideal proportions and symmetry.

Question 13

What do tulips symbolize in Dutch still life s from the seventeenth century,such as Flower Piece with Curtain?
A)beauty
B)nature
C)wealth
D)permanence

Accepted Answer

Tulips were highly valued and expensive in 17th-century Netherlands, sometimes costing more than a house. They became a symbol of wealth and luxury during this time, so it is likely that they were included in still lifes for this reason.

Question 14

In the ancient world,how were painters and sculptors viewed?
A)as educated elite
B)as individuals
C)as gods
D)as laborers

Accepted Answer

In the ancient world, painters and sculptors were generally viewed as skilled laborers. While they were respected and appreciated for their artistry, they were not necessarily considered to be part of the educated elite or divine beings. Their work was often commissioned by wealthy patrons or the state, and they were paid for their services much like other craftsmen and tradespeople.

Question 15

Which of the following terms best describes the painting Jack in the Pulpit,NO.IV by Georgia O'Keeffe?
A)abstraction
B)naturalism/realism
C)nonrepresentational
D)figurative

Accepted Answer

The painting Jack in the Pulpit, NO.IV by Georgia O'Keeffe is an abstract painting. The flower is not painted in a realistic or figurative way, but rather is simplified and stylized with bold colors and geometric shapes.

Question 16

What does the erection of Le Corbusier's Notre-Dame-du-Haut symbolize?
A)the end of a war and hope for the future
B)the power of nature
C)the prevailing religion
D)the kingdom of heaven

Accepted Answer

The erection of Le Corbusier's Notre-Dame-du-Haut symbolizes the end of World War II and hope for the future. The chapel was built in the aftermath of the war, and its construction was seen as a sign of hope and renewal.

Question 17

Which of the following terms best describes David Smith's Cubi?
A)abstraction
B)naturalism/realism
C)nonrepresentational
D)figurative

Accepted Answer

David Smith's Cubi sculpture is considered nonrepresentational because it does not depict any recognizable objects or figures from the real world. Instead, its forms and shapes are abstract and open to interpretation.

Question 18

How many times does Zhu Da sign his work Quince (Mugua)?
A)1
B)2
C)3
D)4

Accepted Answer

Zhu Da signed his work Quince twice.

Question 19

What was Alice Neel known for?
A)symbolizing wealth and power
B)idealizing her sitters
C)capturing unvarnished individuality
D)adhering to conventional aesthetics

Accepted Answer

Alice Neel was known for capturing unvarnished individuality in her portraits, depicting people from all walks of life with honest and raw portrayals. She often painted those on the fringes of society, including working-class individuals and social outcasts, and was a prominent figure in the feminist art movement.

Question 20

What is the study of conventional subjects and symbols?
A)aesthetics
B)iconography
C)canon
D)capital

Accepted Answer

Iconography is the study of conventional subjects and symbols, often used in art and literature. Aesthetics is the study of beauty and taste, while canon refers to a set of principles or standards, and capital refers to a form of wealth.

Quiz 21: Introduction

The English word "technique" comes from

What does Jan Steen's The Drawing Lesson provide for modern viewers?

The English word "artist" comes from

A painting that portrays inanimate objects is called a

What is the significance of the quince in Zhu Da's Quince (Mugua) ?

During which era did artists begin to be designated as "masters"?

Which of the following is a central goal of art history?

What formal device leads the viewers' eyes directly to Christ in Leonardo's The Last Supper?

What do coins generally symbolize in a still life?

Which of the following terms best describes the painting Flower Piece with Curtain by van der Spelt and van Mieris?

Which of the following is a threat to the Sphinx today?

To depict the human body according to an idea of physical perfection is called

What do tulips symbolize in Dutch still life s from the seventeenth century,such as Flower Piece with Curtain?

In the ancient world,how were painters and sculptors viewed?

Which of the following terms best describes the painting Jack in the Pulpit,NO.IV by Georgia O'Keeffe?

What does the erection of Le Corbusier's Notre-Dame-du-Haut symbolize?

Which of the following terms best describes David Smith's Cubi?

How many times does Zhu Da sign his work Quince (Mugua) ?

What was Alice Neel known for?

What is the study of conventional subjects and symbols?