Question 1

In The Creation of Adam, why is the finger of God reaching out to man?

Accepted Answer

In Michelangelo's "The Creation of Adam," the finger of God reaching out to man symbolizes God giving life to Adam, the first man, as described in the Biblical account of creation.

Question 2

Which Venetian painter was active as an artist for 70 years?

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Question 3

What was the nickname of Pope Julius II?

Accepted Answer

Pope Julius II was nicknamed Il Papa Terribile, which translates to "The Terrible Pope" due to his fierce and often confrontational personality.

Question 4

What musical techniques did Josquin des Prez develop?

Accepted Answer

Josquin des Prez was known for his use of overlapping voices, creating intricate and sophisticated polyphony. He was also known for his expressive use of lyrics, often using word painting and other techniques to enhance the meaning of the text.

Question 5

Which Renaissance sculptor is associated with the belief that his role was to carve away the excess in a block of marble to liberate the figure within?

Accepted Answer

Michelangelo is the sculptor associated with the belief that his role was to carve away the excess in a block of marble to liberate the figure within. This technique is known as "chiaroscuro" and Michelangelo is considered a master of it in his works such as the iconic David and the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel.

Question 6

What did Michelangelo add to Bramante's original design of St.Peter's Basilica?

Accepted Answer

Michelangelo added the large, ribbed dome to Bramante's original design.

Question 7

Who was the leading architect of northern Italy during the High Renaissance?

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Question 8

Who sang in the Sistine Choir?

Accepted Answer

The Sistine Choir is composed of male voices only.

Question 9

In Raphael's School of Athens who are the two philosophers in the center?

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Question 10

Which term best describes Palestrina's music?

Accepted Answer

Palestrina's music is known for its conservative style, emphasizing clarity and balance in polyphonic texture.

Question 11

Which composer is considered the "bridge" between the music of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance?

Accepted Answer

Josquin des Prez is considered the "bridge" between the music of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance because his compositions embodied the characteristics of both eras. He used the polyphonic techniques of the medieval period, but also incorporated elements such as word painting and expressive harmonies that were typical of the Renaissance.

Question 12

How did Raphael arrange the figures in Madonna of the Meadow?

Accepted Answer

Raphael arranged the figures in Madonna of the Meadow in a pyramidal arrangement with the Virgin Mary at the top, the infant Jesus in the middle, and John the Baptist at the bottom point of the pyramid. This creates a sense of stability and balance in the composition.

Question 13

Which Italian city was famous for its easel paintings?

Accepted Answer

Venice was known for its easel paintings during the Renaissance period, particularly for their vivid colors and attention to detail in portraying landscapes and cityscapes. Famous Venetian artists such as Titian, Tintoretto, and Veronese created some of their most iconic works as easel paintings. While Florence and Mantua were also important centers of Renaissance art, they were better known for fresco paintings and sculptures respectively. Palermo, on the other hand, was not a major center of Renaissance art.

Question 14

How did Venetian painters differ from painters in southern Italy during the Renaissance?

Accepted Answer

Venetian painters emphasized color and used rich, luminous colors in their paintings, while southern Italian painters focused on line and used a more linear style of painting.

Question 15

What did Lavinia Fonatana's painting Noli Me Tangere depict?

Accepted Answer

Lavinia Fonatana's painting Noli Me Tangere depicts Mary Magdalene, who has just encountered the resurrected Jesus and is being told not to touch him.

Question 16

Which city is most associated with the High Renaissance in Italy?

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Question 17

Which sculptor's Abduction of the Sabine Women uses a complex spiral composition?

Accepted Answer

The Abduction of the Sabine Women by Giovanni da Bologna features a complex spiral composition, with the figures swirling around each other in a dynamic and fluid manner. The other artists listed are not known for this type of composition in their works.

Question 18

Which Pope commissioned Bramante in 1506 to rebuild St.Peter's Basilica?

Accepted Answer

Pope Julius II commissioned Bramante in 1506 to rebuild St.Peter's Basilica.

Question 19

Who painted Venus of Urbino?

Accepted Answer

Titian painted Venus of Urbino.

Question 20

In the Sistine Chapel, what are the subjects of the famous ceiling frescoes?

Accepted Answer

The famous ceiling frescoes in the Sistine Chapel depict various scenes and figures from the Bible, including the creation of Adam and Eve, the story of Noah, and the Last Judgment. This artwork was created by Michelangelo between 1508 and 1512.

Quiz 12: The Renaissance in the Fifteenth Century