ART-031-S002: Introduction to Art
The following are secondary colors except A.) yellow B.) violet C.) green D.) orange
A.) yellow
True or False? There is no connection that binds the four major art styles of the Middle Ages
False
Artists choose the best medium possible to A.) save them money B.) fool the viewer C.) express what they want to D.) give to their friends
C.) express what they want to
All of the following describe Books of Hours EXCEPT A.) use of linear perspective B.) prayer books of nobles C.) paintings covered entire pages D.) depicted tasks and social events
A.) use of linear perspective
The Byzantine Empire existed until about A.) A.D. 1330 B.) A.D. 30 C.) A.D. 530 D.) A.D. 830
A.) A.D. 1330
Which is false in regards to a door competition held in 1401? A.) Artists would be working with marbles B.) it took place in Florence, Italy C.) The doors would decorate a Baptistry D.) Ghiberti and Brunelleschi were rivals
A.) Artists would be working with marbles
Which of the following explains what an art historian does in the judgment step A.) Decided whether or not a work is important to art history B.) List the elements used in the art C.) Decide whether or not a work is successful D.) Discover how art principles organize the elements in the work
A.) Decide whether or not a work is important to art history
Which of the following explains what an art critic does in the interpretation step of the art criticism plan? A>) Discover the meaning, mood, or idea in a work of art B.) determine an artist's unique style C.) Analyze the organization of a work of art D.) List all of the elements in a work of art
A.) Discover the meaning, mood, or idea in a work of art
The following are true about printmaking except A.) Fine details are impossible B.) The transferred design is the print C.) Woodcut is the oldest type of printmaking D.) The working surface is the matrix
A.) Fine details are impossible
A simple outline of a shape is a(n) A.) implied line B.) gestural Line C.) form D.) contour line
A.) Implied line
Which of the following choices is false concerning Archaic greek architecture? A.) Most Greek homes were very large and ornate B.) the earliest Greek temples were built from wood C.) Some of the greatest developments of the time period were made in architecture D.) Ancient Greek built monumental dwellings for their gods
A.) Most Greek homes were very large and ornate
Which of the following works was painted by Raphael? A.) School of Athens B.) Sistine Chapel C.) The Last Supper D.) all of the above
A.) School of Athens
Lightness and darkness create A.) value B.) pattern C.) color D.) texture
A.) value
Most of the art of the Geometric period is found on which of the following? A.) vases B.) paintings C.) wall murals D.) tombs
A.) vases
Which of the following is true about sculpture in the archaic period A.) sculpture was found on temples, as well as in freestanding form B.) Sculpted figures showed a great deal of emotion C.) Sculptors had a great deal of freedom in arranging temple decoration D.) Sculpture became a less important art form
A.) Sculpture was found on temples, as well as in freestanding form
All of the following are questions asked in the description step of the art history plan EXCEPT A.) What is in the work? B.) Who did the work? C.) Where was the work done? D.) When was the work done?
A.) What is in the work?
If an archaic and Hellenistic sculpture were placed side by side, which of the following would be true? A.) You would notice a dramatic contrast between stiff, frontal, relaxed, and lifelike figures B.) Both sculptures would be examples of ideal proportions C.) Both sculptures would resemble columns D.) You would notice very little difference between the sculptures
A.) You would notice a dramatic contrast between stiff, frontal, relaxed, and lifelike figures
A pilgrimage can be described as A.) a journey to a religious place B.) where the books of a monastery were copied C.) a form of government which benefited lords D.) delicate miniature paintings found in books
A.) a journey to a religious place
What does an art critic do during the judgement step? A.) asks, "Is this work successful?" B.) attempts to gain information from the work C.) asks, "What is the meaning, mood or idea of this work?" D.) list everything in the work
A.) asks, "Is this work successful?"
The Parthenon was built during which period? A.) classical B.) geometric C.) hellenistic D.) archaic
A.) classical
_________ is created by the reflection of light A.) color B.) line C.) rhythm D.) form
A.) color
Chalk and pastel A.) come in a small range of colors B.) must be blended or smudged C.) can form sharp lines or flowing strokes D.) were favorite media of Spanish artists
A.) come in a small range of colors
______ is created when different elements are used in a work of art A.) contrast B.) pattern C.) focal point D.) balance
A.) contrast
Line, color, shape, form, value, texture, and space are all A.) elements of art B.) organizations of art C.) principles of art D.) movements of art
A.) element of art
________ creates a dominant area in a work of art A.) emphasis B.) line C.) space D.) pattern
A.) emphasis
The area of a work that draws your attention first is A.) focal point B.) rhythm C.) pattern D.) balance
A.) focal point
The area of an artwork that draws your attention first is the A.) Focal point B.) movement C.) contour line D.) value
A.) focal point
Legend tells us that Giotto A.) fooled Cimabue with the realism of his painting B.) was the student of the great artist Massaccio C.) was first discovered in a field by the Pope D.) was the son of a famous painter
A.) fooled Cimabue with the realism of his painting
Squares, triangles, and rectangles are examples of A.) geometric shapes B.) space C.) organic shapes D.) form
A.) geometric shapes
The following are all primary colors EXCEPT A.) green B.) yellow C.) blue D.) red
A.) green
Which of the following is true of Leonardo da Vinci? A.) he was curious and a perfectionist B.) he finished each work that he began C.) he completed his famous Mona Lisa quickly and easily D.) he focused only on this art
A.) he was curious and a perfectionist
By looking at the painting "Impression: Sunrise," and noticing that next to the artist's signature a "72" appears, we can research further to learn A.) How old Monet was when he painted this piece B.) How Monet chose the colors for this piece C.) other artists that share Monet's style D.) why Monet is an Impressionist
A.) how old Mont was when he painted this piece
All of the following statements describe ink except A.) ink is a modern medium B.) ink is used in reeds, quills, or a stylus C.) ink is a fluid media D.) drawing with ink usually consists of lines
A.) ink is a modern medium
Oil paint can be described as all of the following except A.) it is used on canvas B.) it creates incredible detail C.) it is quick to dry D.) it is applied with brushes or knives
A.) it is used on canvas
A moving dot creates A.) line B.) form C.) contrast D.) rhythm
A.) line
A moving dot is a A.) line B.) shape C.) texture D.) form
A.) line
Which is true of monasticism? A.) monks made valuable contributions to the world B.) Monasteries were set in large cities C.) the life of a monk was fairly comfortable D.) Monks lived a selfish lifestyle
A.) monks made valuable contributions to the world
The builders of the Hagia Sophia used of all of the following EXCEPT A.) natural, lifelike figures B.) symbolic mosaics C.) stones, marble, and gems D.) a dome and windows
A.) natural, lifelike figures
Oil paint and acrylic are examples of A.) painting media B.) dry media C.) fluid media D.) printmaking media
A.) painting media
Which statement best describes Michelangelo's painting on the Sistine Chapel ceiling? A.) the figures appear to be carved B.) it was painted on a canvas C.) it is flat and unmoving D.) it includes stories from classical myth
A.) the figures appear to be carved
All of the following statements are true except A.) there are four primary colors B.) a hue is a name of a color C.) value is the lightness or darkness of a hue D.) intensity is the brightness or dullness of a color
A.) there are four primary colors
The Middle Ages occurred between the collapse of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance A.) true B.) false
A.) true
True or False? The art work of the Northern and Italian Renaissance were quite different from one another A.) true B.) false
A.) true
The Greek culture lasted for a period of about A.) 100 years B.) 1000 years C.) 8 years D.) 80 years
B.) 1000 years
Which best describes the composition of The Last Supper? A.) the apostles are spaced evenly around the entire table B.) Christ is the focal point of the painting C.) All lines in the work lead to Judas D.) Judas is silhouetted in the window
B.) Christ is the focal point of the painting
The Parthenon was built during which of the following Greek periods? A.) Hellenistic B.) Classical C.) Archaic D.) Geometric
B.) Classical
True or False? The artists of the Renaissance had little interest in the classical period A.) True B.) False
B.) False
A three -dimensional shape with depth is A.) Pattern B.) Form C.) Space D.) A geometric shape
B.) Form
Which of the following best describes the School of Athens? A.) It was painted by Leonardo da Vinci B.) It depicts a group of classical characters C.) It was not influenced by classical art D.) It includes a portrait of van Eyck
B.) It depicts a group of classical characters
Which best describes the winning door panel? A.) it was known as "The Gates of Paradise" B.) It was overlapping figures showing movement C.) It was created by Brunelleschi D.) It has separate, flat figures
B.) It was overlapping figures showing movement
All of the following are a part of the description step of the art criticism plan, EXECPT... A.) List all the elements in the work B.) List the principles used to organize a work of art C.) list small details in the work D.) list objects, figures, shapes, etc., used in the work
B.) List the principles used to organize a work of art
Which statement explains what an art historian does in the interpretation step? A.) Determine the mood, feeling, or idea of the work B.) Look at the influence of time and place on the artist C.) Discover who did the art work, when did it, and where they did it D.) Look at the unique features in the art work
B.) Look at the influence of time and place on the artist
which of the following is NOT a part of the analysis step of the art historian plan? A.) Examine the artist's work B.) Look for how the elements are organized C.) Discover what makes the artist unique D.) Ask what artist's style is
B.) Look for how the elements are organize
Which of the following explains the judgement step of the art criticism plan A.) learn as much a possible about a piece of art B.) Make a decision about the effectiveness and success of a art work C.) Make a decision about the historical importance of an art work D.) Examine what makes an art work unique
B.) Make a decision about the effectiveness and success of a art work
During the Hellenistic period, Greek art was blended with A.) Western European art B.) Persian, Egyptian, and Near Eastern art C.) Far Eastern and Near Eastern art D.) Far Eastern art only
B.) Persian, Egyptian, and Near Eastern art
Which of the following statements is true? A.) Michelangelo learned by studying Leonardo and Raphael B.) Raphael learned by studying Michelangelo and Leonardo C.) All three artistic giants enjoyed long careers D.) All three artistic giants painted for the Vatican at the same time
B.) Raphael learned by studying Michelangelo and Leonardo
Myron's sculpture makes it clear that A.) classical sculptors preferred to work with gold B.) sculptors of the classical period had a great understanding of the human body C.) the classical Greeks had little time and money to spend on artistic development D.) sculptors of the classical period were still reluctant to use movement in they work
B.) Sculptors of the classical period had a great understanding of the human body
Which statement best describes the early Christians? A.) They were most concerned with beauty and form B.) They believed life was preparation for the hereafter C.) They shared many beliefs with those of the Roman religion D.) They had a great concern for fame and fortune
B.) They believed life was preparation for the hereafter
As a child, Alexander was educated by A.) his father Phillip B.) a famous Greek philosopher C.) a teacher from a public school D.) his mother
B.) a famous Greek philosopher
The Parthenon can be described as A.) built using only straight lines B.) balanced, harmonious, and beautiful C.) evidence of several mistakes in Greek construction D.) one of the last of Pericles' projects
B.) balanced, harmonious, and beautiful
The fact that all people in the Gothic period contributed to the building of the cathedrals tells us that A.) the cathedrals were not built well B.) cathedrals were great source of pride and competition C.) the people of the period were all very wealthy D.) the church did not support the building of such beautiful churches
B.) cathedrals were great source of pride and competition
True or False? The invention of the printing press influenced mainly the wealthy of the Renaissance A.) true B.) false
B.) false
True or False? The people of the Renaissance viewed life as merely a preparation for the spiritual world. A.) true B.) false
B.) false
The Last Supper has suffered all of the following EXCEPT A.) abuse from Napoleon's soldiers B.) fighting among feudal lords C.) a World War II bomb attack D.) a door cut through it
B.) fighting among feudal lords
Life in the Romanesque period included all of the following EXCEPT A.) noblemen that could add to estates through marriage B.) great quantities of available land C.) castles that were built D.) constant fighting and war
B.) great quantities of available land
All of the following statements are true except A.) warm colors are found is sun and fire B.) hues containing blue and green are warm colors C.) hues containing red and yellow are colors D.) Cool colors are found in water and sky
B.) hues containing blue and green are warm colors
One of the greatest artistic influences of the early Northern Renaissance came from A.) Byzantine mosaic B.) illustrated manuscript C.) classical Greece and Rome D.) Renaissance Italy
B.) illustrated manuscript
Knowing that Monet painted outdoors, painted the impressions of a brief moment of time, and was concerned with light, helps an art historian which step of the four-step-plan? A.) analysis B.) interpretation C.) judgement D.) description
B.) interpretation
Movement spaced unevenly in a work creates A.) texture B.) irregular rhythm C.) shape D.) balance
B.) irregular rhythm
Metal A.) always has the same surface quality B.) is capable of a variety of colors C.) is a medium used only in modern times D.) is seldom used for sculpture
B.) is capable of a variety of colors
All of the following describe genre painting EXCEPT A.) religious symbols were important B.) it portrayed obvious religious subject matter C.) it depicted ordinary people and scenes D.) it was created by Jan van Eyck
B.) it portrayed obvious religious subject matter
All of the following describe Phidias' Athena statue EXCEPT A.) its height was over 35ft B.) it stood in front of the Parthenon C.) its armor and garments are made of gold D.) its eyes and helmet contained precious stones
B.) it stood in from of the Parthenon
All of the following describe the dome of the Cathedral of Florence EXCEPT A.) Michelangelo patterned St. Peter's dome after it B.) it was designed by Ghiberti C.) It was built using Gothic architectural technique D.) It proved Brunelleschi to be a great engineer and architect
B.) it was designed by Ghiberti
The following describe linear perspective EXCEPT A.) figures and objects seem to move deeper into a work B.) it was discovered by Jan van Eyck C.) it is based on a geometric system D.) slanted lines meet at an invisible vanishing point
B.) it was discovered by Jan van Eyck
Throughout history, artists have worked with A.) only painting materials B.) many different materials C.) only one material D.) few materials
B.) many different materials
The statesman Pericles strongly supported all of the following expect A.) music and drama B.) preserving Persian art C.) Greek art D.) rebuilding monuments
B.) preserving Persian art
Beauty, expression, communication, and representation are all A.) elements of art B.) purposes of art C.) the building blocks of act D.) principles of art
B.) purposes of art
The story of the competition between Zeuxis and Parrhasius illustrates Greek painters' main concern for A.) painting natural subjects B.) realism in art C.) painting to impress the Romans D.) the element of surprise
B.) realism in art
An area with width and length inside a line is called A.) form B.) shape C.) texture D.) space
B.) shape
The actual or stimulated surface quality of a work is the A.) value B.) texture C.) rhythm D.) form
B.) texture
Clay is A.) very strong B.) the easiest sculpting medium to manipulate C.) often used for permanent sculpture D.) difficult to express individuality with
B.) the easiest sculpting medium to manipulate
Because man was considered the center of the universe in ancient Greece, there was a great deal of value placed on A.) obedience to rules B.) the individual C.) family D.) wealth
B.) the individual
Which of the following describes linear perspective? A.) it was discovered by Jan Van Eyck B.) The lines meet at a vanishing point C.) Objects seem to move forward D.) it was used only during the Northern Renaissance
B.) the lines meet at a vanishing point
All of the following describe colored pencils except A.) Colors can be blended or layered B.) they can only be purchased in sets C.) they have hard and soft leads D.) changing the pressure changes the effect
B.) they can only be purchase in sets
When the people of the Renaissance first saw linear perspective used they A.) were surprised by the lack of depth in the painting B.) were amazed by such lifelike perspective C.) were not impressed with what they saw D.) praised Ghiberti for his discovery
B.) were amazed by such lifelike perspective
The history of Greek art clearly shows that A.) past art periods have little influence on the future B.) whether a country is at war or peace has great impact on art C.) artists receive support regardless of a country's prosperity D.) art is not influenced by a country's political situation
B.) whether a country is at war or peace has great impact on art
When describing Medieval manuscripts, which of the following statements is false? A.) Books were decorated with colorful illustrations B.) All books were written by hand C.) The illustrations were of poor quality D.) The illustrations were easy to understand
C.) The illustrations were of poor quality
Creativity, a beautiful object, and the process of painting are all definitions of A.) elements B.) pictures C.) art D.) principles
C.) art
___________ occurs when elements on both sides are visually balanced, yet different A.) Symmetrical balance B.) pattern C.) asymmetrical balance D.) unity
C.) asymmetrical balance
Between about 900 to 700 B.C., Greece experienced A.) a period of peace B.) a period of prosperity C.) enemy invasions D.) great artistic achievement
C.) enemy invasions
Constantine legalized Christianity in A.) A.D. 32 B.) A.D. 430 C.) A.D. 313 D.) A.D. 523
C.) A.D. 313
Which statement best describes Byzantine art? A.) Religious subject matter was avoided B.) Art had little importance C.) Art glorified Christianity D.) It used only Greek influence
C.) Art glorified Christianity
Which of the following is true about clay? A.) Clay is a strong medium B.) Clay cannot be fired and hardened C.) Clay is easier to manipulate than other media D.) Clay can be used as a permanent material
C.) Clay is easier to manipulate than other media
The 4 major art styles of the Middle Ages were is order A.) Romanesque, Gothic, Byzantine, Early Christian B.) Early Christian, Romanesque, Gothic, Byzantine C.) Early Christian, Byzantine, Romanesque, Gothic D.) Early Christian, Byzantine, Gothic, Romanesque
C.) Early Christian, Byzantine, Romanesque, Gothic
The correct order to the four main periods of ancient Greek history is A.) Hellenistic, Archaic, Geometric, Classical B.) Archaic, Geometric Classical, Hellenistic C.) Geometric, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic D.) Classical, Archaic, Geometric, Hellenistic
C.) Geometric, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic
Incredible detail, symbolism in everyday objects, striking realism, a type of contrast, and the artist's reflection in the mirror, all describe which Renaissance art work? A.) The Mona Lisa B.) "The Gates of Paradise" C.) Giovanni Arnolfini and His Bride D.) Books of Hours
C.) Giovanni Arnolfini and His Bride
Lightness, slenderness, height, flying buttresses, and pointed arches all describe A.) gothic sculpture B.) stained glass C.) Gothic cathedrals D.) Romanesque churches
C.) Gothic cathedrals
Which of the following is true about Greek art? A.) Greek art represented only plant and animal forms from nature B.) Greek art represented the truth of nature only C.) Greek art represented the order of nature, along with beauty and perfection D.) Greek art represented imagination and fantasy
C.) Greek art represented the order of nature, along with beauty and perfection
The main goal of a art historian is A.) determine an artist's mood, feeling, or idea B.) convince viewers to appreciate a work of art C.) learn about a work of art D.) learn from the art work
C.) Learn about a work of art
Elements of art repeated in a work are called the A.) contrast B.) form C.) pattern D.) balance
C.) Pattern
The empty area surrounding objects is called A.) shape B.) value C.) space D.) form
C.) Space
Which of the following is true of complementary colors A.) Only tertiary colors have a complement B.) only primary colors have a complement C.) the complement of a color is its opposite D.) The complement of each primary color is a tertiary color
C.) The complement of a color is its opposite
Which of the is true of Brunelleschi? A.) he lost 2 competitions to Ghiberti B.) he continued sculpting until his death C.) his greatest accomplishments were in architecture D.) his work was criticized by Michelangelo
C.) his greatest accomplishments were in architecture
The Pilgrimages can be described as all of the following EXCEPT A.) proof of a person's religious commitment B.) influenced Romanesque architecture C.) journey led to Classical Greek sites D.) often long and dangerous
C.) journey led to Classical Greek sites
The main goal of an art critic is to A.) learn who created an art work, where they created it, and when they created it B.) convince people to appreciate the artwork C.) learn from the artwork D.) establish whether a work of art is historically important
C.) learn from the artwork
During the Archaic period, Greek vases began to depict A.) geometric patterns B.) geometric human form C.) lifelike human form D.) fantastic animals
C.) lifelike human form
Ancient Greek sculptors used marble because A.) marble was inexpensive B.) marble looked more pleasing in their buildings C.) marble was readily available to them D.) marble figures looked more natural
C.) marble was readily available to them
If an artist works with a single material, it is called nee A.) choice B.) media C.) medium D.) mixed media
C.) medium
Which of the following is true of Greek vase painting? A.) red figured style before black figured style B.) detail on black figured vases was created with red paint C.) red figured vases were more lifelike than black figured vases D.) Black figured vases were more lifelike than red figured vases
C.) red figured vases were more lifelike than black figured vases
The main concern of the Medieval art was A.) emotion B.) reality C.) religion D.) color
C.) religion
What do the four styles of medieval art have in common? A.) color B.) emotion C.) religion D.) realism
C.) religion
Equal elements on both sides of work is called A.) pattern B.) contrast C.) symmetrical balance D.) movement
C.) symmetrical balance
The Parthenon is dedicated to Athena who was A.) named after the city of Athens B.) the wife of Pericles C.) the Greek goddess of wisdom D.) the architect of the Parthenon
C.) the Greek goddess of wisdom
Characters with ornate costumes, country scenes, royal processions, attention to detail, and gold leaf decoration all describe A.) classical style B.) the Renaissance style C.) the international style D.) Gothic style
C.) the international style
Which of the following describes Picasso's "Blue Period"? A.) pinks and reds are the major hues B.) Family of Saltimbanques C.) the paintings portray a mood of misery D.) the paintings often depict circus performers
C.) the paintings portray a mood of misery
Early Christians used symbols in their art because A.) the symbols fit easily into available wall space B.) they represented the beauty of nature C.) the symbols served as a code the Romans could not understand D.) they wee the easiest image to paint
C.) the symbols served as a code the Romans could not understand
The barrel vault became important to Romanesque architects because A.) they wanted churches to resemble fortresses B.) thy helped architects build more quickly C.) they held up the huge roofs of the large churches D.) they were lovely decorative pieces
C.) they held up the huge roofs of the large churches
All of the following are true of Leonardo da Vinci and The Last Supper EXCEPT A.) painted on the wall of a dinning hall B.) use of linear perspective C.) threatened to use the Pope's head for Judas' in his painting D.) claimed to be working on a painting while he simply stared at it
C.) threatened to use the Pope's head for Judas' in his painting
Castles were no longer need when A.) people realized how uncomfortable they wee to live in B.) the feudal system became stronger C.) trade and industry changed the economy D.) lords had attained all the land they desired
C.) trade and industry changed the economy
All elements belonging together creates A.) emphasis B.) space C.) unity D.) pattern
C.) unity
Which statement does not describe early Christian churches? A.) a few of the churches still exist today B.) basilica-style plans C.) very simple, plain interiors D.) able to hold a large number of worshipers
C.) very simple, plain interiors
The following are tertiary colors except A.) yellow-orange B.) blue-violet C.) yellow-brown D.) red-orange
C.) yellow-brown
By looking at the painting "Las Meninas" and listing everything he or she can see in the painting, an art critic can complete which step in the 4-step-plan A.) Judgement B.) interpretation C.) analysis D.) description
D.) description
All of the following describe the reign of Alexander the Great EXCEPT A.) it followed Phillip's control of the Greek city-states B.) power and success C.) Greek art and culture spread throughout the world D.) dislike of Greek art and culture
D.) dislike of Greek art and culture
Which of the following information would help an art historian with the analysis step? A.) lack of detail B.) effects of light C.) short, choppy brush strokes D.) All of the above
D.) All of the above
Which of the following does not describe Hellenistic sculpture? A.) It can be recognized by its dramatic images and expressive faces B.) 2 great examples of this style are The Dying Gaul and Laocoon C.) Art was intended to touch emotions D.) Beauty and perfection were the sculptors' greatest concerns
D.) Beauty and perfection were the sculptors' greatest concerns
Which of the following is true of Ghiberti A.) He chose not to use linear perspective B.) He used figures from Greek mythology C.) He never worked in sculpture again following the door competition D.) He created "The Gates of Paradise"
D.) He created "The Gates of Paradise
Which of the following regarding Pojlyclitus is false? A.) He was a rival of Phidias B.) He created some of the greatest classical sculpture C.) His specialty was youthful, athletic figures D.) His most famous sculpture was The Discus Thrower
D.) His most famous sculpture was The Discus Thrower
Which of the following best describes charcoal? A.) Charcoal sticks all have the same texture B.) the tone is difficult to vary C.) It was first used in the Middle Ages D.) It rubs off easily
D.) It rubs off easily
The ancient Greeks were greatly concerned with all of the following EXCEPT A.) man B.) nature C.) intellect D.) life after death
D.) Life after death
A principle can be described as A.) the surface quality of an artwork B.) the building blocks of art C.) communication or expression in art D.) the different ways an artist can use and organize the elements
D.) The different ways an artist can use and organize the elements
Which best describes the 3 artistic giants of the Renaissance? A.) They all painted the same subjects B.) They painted with identical style and techniques C.) None were influenced by the others D.) They painted using individual styles, techniques, and subjects
D.) They painted using individual styles, techniques, and subjects
What question is asked during the Interpretation step of the art history plan? A.) is this work important to art history? B.) what is the artist's style? C.) who did the work, where did they do it, and when did they do it? D.) What was the influence of time and place on the artist?
D.) What was the influence of time and place on the artist?
An element can be described as A.) a way of organizing of art B.) a definition of art C.) a purpose of art D.) a building block of art
D.) a building block of art
When the Romans conquered ancient Greece, they chose to A.) destroy and forget Greek art B.) copy the Greek architecture styles exactly C.) focus on painting and sculpture D.) admire and copy Greek art
D.) admire and copy Greek art
Inorder to define his or her decision about whether or not a piece of art is successful, a critic must look at which of the following A.) subject matter B.) elements and principles of art used C.) ability of work to express a mood, feeling, or idea D.) all of the above
D.) all of the above
Stone as a medium A.) can appear lifelike and show movement B.) is very durable C.) is difficult to carve D.) all of these
D.) all of these
Which of the following best describes a pencil A.) It is graphite encased in paper or wood B.) a hard pencil lead creates a thin, light line C.) It can produce many different effects D.) All of these options are true
D.) all of these options are true
Northern artists worked with oil paints because A.) the paints looked as though they contained shadow B.) they dried quickly C.) the colors were less brilliant and more realistic D.) artists could work more slowly and carefully
D.) artists could work more slowly and carefully
The pattern that most Greek civilizations follow is A.) growth, success, decline, and rebirth B.) birth, success, decline, and rebirth C.) growth, success, and decline D.) beginning, growth, success, and decline
D.) beginning, growth, success, and decline
Which of the following is not a basic element of stained glass? A.) iron bars B.) minerals in molten glass C.) lead stripe D.) brightly colored paint
D.) brightly colored paint
Which is not a primary color A.) blue B.) red C.) yellow D.) brown
D.) brown
The basic plan of a Greek temple A.) was shaped like a rectangle with a flat roof B.) changed dramatically with each new architect C.) was shaped basically like a circle with a domed roof D.) consisted of a central room surround by columns
D.) consisted of central room surround by columns
Which of the following does not describe the catacombs? A.) religious meeting places B.) a vast maze of tunnels C.) the dead were buried there D.) decorated with mosaic and sculpture
D.) decorated with mosaic and sculpture
Acrylic Paint is A.) Can only be used on wood and canvases B.) Has only a thick texture C.) is messier than oil D.) does not allow subtle change in color
D.) does not allow subtle change in color like oil does.
Pencils, charcoal, and crayon are all examples of A.) printmaking media B.) sculpture media C.) fluid media D.) dry media
D.) dry media
Which description best fits Archaic sculpture? A.) realistic animal figures B.) made of bronze C.) use of many curving lines D.) forward-facing and block-like
D.) forward-facing and block-like
All of the following describe the art of Northern artists EXCEPT A.) accurate and precise detail B.) genre painting C.) Gothic symbols D.) fresco painting
D.) fresco painting
Which statement is false in regard to Gothic sculptures? A.) figures began to look more like real people B.) sculptures were often found above cathedral doors C.) figures projected outward into space D.) gothic sculptures closely copied the Romanesque styles
D.) gothic sculptures closely copied the Romanesque styles
All of the following describe Michelangelo EXCEPT A.) he was disagreeable, violent, and suspicious B.) he was called a superhuman C.) he believed he "freed figures from stone D.) he considered himself foremost a painter
D.) he considered himself foremost a painter
Which of the following does not describe Romanesque sculpture? A.) It is found on pilgrimage churches B.) lack of detail and unity C.) it was used to teach religion to the people D.) it is found above doors and at tops of columns
D.) it is found above doors and at tops of columns
Which of the following is not part of the analysis step of the art criticism plan? A.) Look at the most obvious principles used in the work B.) Analyze the way the elements are organized in a work C.) Analyze features such as balance, contrast , and unity D.) List every principle used in a work
D.) list every principle used in a work
Feudalism was a system of government that most benefitted A.) monks B.) noblemen C.) peasants D.) lords
D.) lords
______ causes the viewer's eyes to move through a work A.) texture B.) unity C.) shape D.) movement
D.) movement
Wax crayon A.) leaves a dull finish B.) smudges easily C.) is not as effective as pastel D.) moves easily on a surface
D.) moves easily on a surface
The outlined drawings of clouds, trees, and animals are examples of A.) geometric shapes B.) two-dimensional space C.) simulated texture D.) organic shapes
D.) organic shapes
Movement repeated in an evenly spaced sequence is called A) geometric shape B.) contrast C.) pattern D.) regular rhythm
D.) regular rhythm
Gothic is not the best term for the art of that period because A.) the period began in the middle of the twelfth century B.) the art closely followed Classical form C.) the art was not influenced by Romanesque style D.) the Goths did not create the art
D.) the Goths did not create the art
The Pope's reaction the Giotto's hastily drawn circle tells us that A.) the Pope had very little sense of humor B.) the Pope no longer wanted Giotto to paint the basilica C.) the Pope was offended by Giotto D.) the Pope recognized Giotto's amazing skill as an artist
D.) the Pope recognized Giotto's amazing sill as an artist
All of the Following describe Michelangelo's work on the Sistine Chapel celling except A.) Michelangelo painted almost continually for 4 years B.) the celling was 40 ft wide and 133 ft long C.) the celling painting includes 145 pictures D.) the artist begged the Pope to allow him to paint the celling
D.) the artist begged the Pope to allow him to paint the celling
During the Archaic period, Greek art was mostly influenced by A.) enemy invasions B.) other Greek artists C.) the beauty of color D.) trade with Eastern countries
D.) trade with Eastern countries
True or False? Constantine had little influence eon the art of his time
False
True or False? The Middle Ages were a time of the little artistic development
False
The following are all considered artistic giants of the Renaissance EXCEPT A.) Michelangelo B.) Raphael C.) Ghiberti D.) Leonardo da Vinci
Ghiberti
The following are true about wood except A.) It can be molded and bent B.) it is a warm medium C.) it breaks easier than stone D.) it has appealing grain and color
It can be molded and bent
True or False? The Renaissance was a time filled with important social, historical, economic, and artistic advancements.
True
True or False? Constantine's choice to move the capitol to Byzantium further weakened the Roman Empire
true
