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Romanticism quiz: ultimate knowledge trivia! In the romanticism era, a lot of paintings were created, and most of them can be quickly identified but an art lover. Do you know who and when the madwoman with the mania of envy? By taking this quiz, you will be guaranteed a chance to review paintings of this era and the artists involved. How about you give it a shot and see how well you do!

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1.

Which artist painted Madwoman with Mania of Envy?
- A.
  
  Gericault
- B.
  
  Delacroix
- C.
  
  Goya
- D.
  
  Turner
- E.
  
  Constable
Correct Answer
A. Gericault

Explanation
Gericault is the correct answer because he is the artist who painted "Madwoman with Mania of Envy."

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2.

Liberty Leading the People was painted by Delacroix in what year?
- A.
  
  1827
- B.
  
  1834
- C.
  
  1808
- D.
  
  1830
Correct Answer
D. 1830

Explanation
Liberty Leading the People was painted by Delacroix in 1830.

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3.

What is the title of this painting by Joseph M.W. Turner?
- A.
  
  Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons
- B.
  
  Death of Sardanapalus
- C.
  
  Raft of the "Medusa"
- D.
  
  Salisbury Cathedral from the Bishop’s Garden
- E.
  
  Third of May 1808
Correct Answer
A. Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons

Explanation
The correct answer for the title of this painting by Joseph M.W. Turner is "Burning of the Houses of Lords and Commons".

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4.

Who created this painting?
- A.
  
  Gericault
- B.
  
  Delacroix
- C.
  
  Goya
- D.
  
  Turner
- E.
  
  Constable
Correct Answer
C. Goya

Explanation
Goya is the correct answer because the question is asking about the creator of the painting and Goya is one of the options provided.

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5.

In what year did Delacroix paint Death of Sardanapalus?
- A.
  
  1830
- B.
  
  1808
- C.
  
  1832
- D.
  
  1827
Correct Answer
D. 1827

Explanation
Delacroix painted Death of Sardanapalus in 1827. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is implied that one of the given options is the correct answer. Since 1827 is one of the options, it can be inferred that this is the correct year.

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6.

Who painted Salisbury Cathedral from the Bishop's Garden?
- A.
  
  Theodore Gericault
- B.
  
  Eugene Delacroix
- C.
  
  Francisco Goya
- D.
  
  Joseph M.W. Turner
- E.
  
  John Constable
Correct Answer
E. John Constable

Explanation
John Constable is the correct answer because he is known for his landscape paintings, particularly of the English countryside. Salisbury Cathedral from the Bishop's Garden is one of his famous works, showcasing his skill in capturing the beauty and tranquility of nature. Constable's style often emphasized light and atmosphere, and his attention to detail and realistic depiction of landscapes made him a prominent figure in the Romantic movement.

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7.

The Raft of the "Medusa" was painted by _______ in _____.
- A.
  
  Delacroix; 1817
- B.
  
  Gericault; 1819
- C.
  
  Turner; 1819
- D.
  
  Goya; 1818
Correct Answer
B. Gericault; 1819

Explanation
The correct answer is Gericault; 1819. The Raft of the "Medusa" is a famous painting depicting a tragic event where a French naval frigate ran aground off the coast of Senegal. Gericault, a French painter, created this masterpiece in 1819 to capture the desperation and suffering of the survivors on a makeshift raft. The painting is known for its dramatic composition, intense emotions, and realistic portrayal of human suffering.

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8.

Between 1820 - 1823, Chronos Devouring One of His Children was painted by which Romanticism artist?
- A.
  
  Gericault
- B.
  
  Delacroix
- C.
  
  Goya
- D.
  
  Turner
- E.
  
  Constable
Correct Answer
C. Goya

Explanation
Between 1820-1823, the painting "Chronos Devouring One of His Children" was created by Francisco Goya, a renowned artist associated with the Romanticism movement. The painting depicts the mythological figure Chronos, who is devouring one of his offspring. Goya's use of dark and dramatic tones, along with his exploration of human emotions and the grotesque, aligns with the themes and style commonly found in Romantic art.

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9.

In what year was Madwoman with Mania of Envy painted?
- A.
  
  1819
- B.
  
  1830
- C.
  
  1827
- D.
  
  1822
Correct Answer
D. 1822

Explanation
The correct answer is 1822.

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10.

Delacroix painted which of the following paintings:
- A.
  
  Madwoman with Mania of Envy
- B.
  
  Raft of the "Medusa"
- C.
  
  Death of Sardanapalus
- D.
  
  Liberty Leading the People
- E.
  
  Both C and D
Correct Answer
E. Both C and D

Explanation
The correct answer is "Both C and D." Delacroix painted both "Death of Sardanapalus" and "Liberty Leading the People." "Death of Sardanapalus" depicts the last moments of the Assyrian king, while "Liberty Leading the People" portrays the July Revolution of 1830 in France.

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