Baroque Art and the Dawn of Modern Science in 17th Century Europe

  • AP Euro
  • IB HL History
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1. I write operas, oratorios and much more. Who am I?

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George Frideric Handel was a famous German composer who wrote numerous operas and oratorios, including the well-known 'Handel's Messiah'. While Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Ludwig van Beethoven, and Johann Sebastian Bach were all renowned composers in their own right, they did not specialize in writing operas and oratorios as extensively as Handel did.

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Baroque Art And The Dawn Of Modern Science In 17th Century Europe - Quiz

Explore the intersection of Baroque art and the Scientific Revolution in Protestant Northern Europe. This set delves into cultural and scientific transformations during the 17th century, enhancing understanding of historical contexts and their influence on modern science and art.

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2. Which painting depicts an experiment on a bird in the air pump and who is the painter?

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The correct painting is 'An Experiment on a Bird in the Air Pump' by Joseph Wright, depicting a scientific experiment involving a bird in a glass bowl with the air being removed using a pump.

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3. One of my famous quotes: 'cogito ergo sum' (I think, therefore I am). Who am I?
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4. What famous painting depicts The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes and who is the artist?

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The correct answer refers to the famous painting 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes' painted by Rembrandt Van Rijn. The other options provided are incorrect famous paintings with their respective artists, none of which depict 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes'.

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5. Who painted me and what kind of painting am I?

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The correct answer refers to 'View of Delft' which is a famous landscape painting by Jan Vermeer, painted in oil on canvas. The incorrect answers do not match the artist, painting, or painting style mentioned in the question.

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I write operas, oratorios and much more. Who am I?
Which painting depicts an experiment on a bird in the air pump and who...
One of my famous quotes: 'cogito ergo sum' (I think, therefore I am)....
What famous painting depicts The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes and...
Who painted me and what kind of painting am I?
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