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1. What is the title of the sculpture depicting a woman from the Prehistoric era found in Willendorf?

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The correct title of the sculpture is 'Woman of Willendorf' and it is typically referred to as a sculpture rather than a statue, painting, or drawing.

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Review for Final Exam in Dr. Lewis' Intro to Fine Arts Bridge class.

2. Era: Egyptian Title: Great Pyramid, Giza.

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The correct answer is 'photo' because when referring to the Great Pyramid in Giza, the most common way to represent it or visualize it is through a photograph due to its size and historical importance.

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3. Era: Egyptian Title: King Menkaure and Queen.

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The correct answer is 'photo' as it refers to an actual photograph of the Egyptian title 'King Menkaure and Queen'. The other options are incorrect as they do not accurately represent the medium in which the title is typically depicted.

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4. What famous architectural structure is associated with the Era of Classical Greece?

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The Parthenon is a well-known temple dedicated to the goddess Athena located in Athens, Greece. It is an iconic symbol of ancient Greek civilization and is considered one of the greatest cultural monuments in the world.

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5. During which era in Classical Greece is the iconic sculpture 'Spear-Bearer' commonly associated with?

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The 'Spear-Bearer' sculpture is commonly associated with the Classical Greece era due to its representation of ideal human form and balance, characteristic of the period's artistry.

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6. Era: Hellenistic Greece Title: Winged Victory/Nike of Samothrace.

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The correct answer to this question is 'photo' because the prompt is asking for the visual representation of the era and artwork, which would typically be a photograph of the Winged Victory/Nike of Samothrace statue.

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7. Era: Roman Title: Colosseum.

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The correct answer is 'photo' because a photo is a visual representation of the Roman Colosseum, which is a famous ancient amphitheater located in Rome, Italy.

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8. Era: Roman Title: Pantheon

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The correct answer for the question 'Era: Roman Title: Pantheon' is 'photo'. The Pantheon is a famous Roman temple in Rome, Italy, known for its concrete dome and architectural beauty. While 'sculpture', 'painting', and 'mosaic' are all forms of art, they do not specifically relate to the Pantheon's title in Roman history.

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9. Which historical era does the Roman statue titled Augustus of Primaporta belong to?

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The statue Augustus of Primaporta is a famous ancient Roman statue depicting the first Roman Emperor, Augustus. It is a sculpture, not a painting or literary work.

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10. Era: Early Christian. Title: Jesus the Good Shepherd.

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The correct answer is 'photo' as it is the most likely form of visual representation of Jesus the Good Shepherd during the Early Christian era.

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11. In which era was the artwork 'Theodora and Her Attendants' created?

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The correct answer is 'photo' as 'Theodora and Her Attendants' is a photograph of a Byzantine era artwork.

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12. What type of representation is St. John from the Book of Kells considered to be in the Romanesque era?

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St. John from the Book of Kells is a highly ornate and intricate illuminated manuscript, making it a form of photo representation in the Romanesque era.

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13. What type of art form is associated with the Gothic era titled 'Annunciation and Visitation'?

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The correct answer, 'photo', refers to a photograph of the artwork. While 'painting' and 'sculpture' are common art forms in the Gothic era, they do not specifically match the title of the artwork mentioned. 'Poetry' is not an art form typically associated with the Gothic era.

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14. During the Renaissance era, which artist designed the Florentine Cathedral Dome?

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Filippo Brunelleschi was the architect and engineer who designed the iconic dome of the Florence Cathedral, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture.

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15. What type of depiction is associated with the Era: Renaissance, Title: David, and Artist: Donatello?

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In this question, the answer refers to a photograph of the sculpture titled David, created by the artist Donatello during the Renaissance era. The incorrect answers are common forms of artistic depiction, but the specific identification here is of a photo of Donatello's sculpture.

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16. What type of art form is the Primavera by Botticelli, from the Renaissance era?

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The Primavera by Botticelli is a famous painting from the Renaissance era.

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17. During which era was the painting 'Mona Lisa' created, and who was the artist?
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18. What type of representation is Era: Renaissance Title: Madonna of the Meadows Artist: Raphael?

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The correct answer is 'photo' because the question is asking about the type of representation, which in this case is a photograph of the artwork Madonna of the Meadows by Raphael, from the Renaissance era. The other options - painting, sculpture, drawing - refer to different art forms and do not accurately reflect the type of representation as a photo.

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19. Which artistic movement does the painting 'School of Athens' by Raphael belong to?

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The painting 'School of Athens' by Raphael belongs to the Renaissance era, characterized by a revival of classical art and learning in Europe during the 14th to 17th centuries.

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20. Which of the following best represents the Era: Renaissance, Title: Pieta, by artist Michelangelo?

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The correct representation of Michelangelo's Pieta would be a photo, as the artwork is famously known as a marble sculpture depicting the body of Jesus on the lap of his mother Mary after the Crucifixion. A photo could capture the intricate details of the sculpture preserved in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City.

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21. In what form is the art piece 'David' by Michelangelo from the Renaissance era?

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The correct answer is 'photo' because the art piece 'David' by Michelangelo is most commonly referenced in photographs due to its original being a sculpture.

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22. What type of art piece is the Last Judgement by Michelangelo during the Renaissance era?

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The Last Judgement by Michelangelo is a painting, not a sculpture, poem, or music piece.

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23. During which era was the Self Portrait by Durer created?

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The correct answer is 'photo' because the Self Portrait by Durer is a popular painting from the Renaissance era, not from the Baroque, Medieval, or Modern era.

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24. Which form of artwork would best represent the era of Renaissance and the title 'Harvesters' by artist Bruegel?

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The correct answer is 'painting' as 'Harvesters' by Bruegel is a famous painting from the Renaissance era.

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25. Which type of artwork is 'Madonna with the Long Neck' by Parmigianino?

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Although typically considered a painting, Parmigianino's 'Madonna with the Long Neck' is known for its elongated proportions and mannerist style, which may lead one to think it is a photo rather than a traditional painting.

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26. What type of artwork is Caravaggio's 'Entombment' considered to be in the Baroque era?

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Caravaggio's 'Entombment' is a painting, not a sculpture, poetry, or music. It is one of his renowned works in the Baroque era.

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27. What type of artwork is 'Night Watch' by Rembrandt from the Baroque era?

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Rembrandt's 'Night Watch' is a famous painting from the Baroque era, not a sculpture, poem, or song.

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28. What type of artwork is the 'Bath of Diana' by Boucher?

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The 'Bath of Diana' by Boucher is actually a photo, not a painting, sculpture, or drawing. It falls within the Era of Rococo style.

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What is the title of the sculpture depicting a woman from the...
Era: Egyptian Title: Great Pyramid, Giza.
Era: Egyptian Title: King Menkaure and Queen.
What famous architectural structure is associated with the Era of...
During which era in Classical Greece is the iconic sculpture...
Era: Hellenistic Greece Title: Winged Victory/Nike of Samothrace.
Era: Roman Title: Colosseum.
Era: Roman Title: Pantheon
Which historical era does the Roman statue titled Augustus of...
Era: Early Christian. Title: Jesus the Good Shepherd.
In which era was the artwork 'Theodora and Her Attendants' created?
What type of representation is St. John from the Book of Kells...
What type of art form is associated with the Gothic era titled...
During the Renaissance era, which artist designed the Florentine...
What type of depiction is associated with the Era: Renaissance, Title:...
What type of art form is the Primavera by Botticelli, from the...
During which era was the painting 'Mona Lisa' created, and who was the...
What type of representation is Era: Renaissance Title: Madonna of the...
Which artistic movement does the painting 'School of Athens' by...
Which of the following best represents the Era: Renaissance, Title:...
In what form is the art piece 'David' by Michelangelo from the...
What type of art piece is the Last Judgement by Michelangelo during...
During which era was the Self Portrait by Durer created?
Which form of artwork would best represent the era of Renaissance and...
Which type of artwork is 'Madonna with the Long Neck' by Parmigianino?
What type of artwork is Caravaggio's 'Entombment' considered to be in...
What type of artwork is 'Night Watch' by Rembrandt from the Baroque...
What type of artwork is the 'Bath of Diana' by Boucher?
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