Introduction To Modern Art Exam 1

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1. What term describes a defective item initially drawn from a deck of playing cards?

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The term 'bad card' refers to a defective item drawn from a deck of playing cards, which can indicate a card that is damaged or not suitable for use in a game.

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Introduction To Modern Art Exam 1 - Quiz

Explore key concepts and visual culture of modern art through the 'Introduction To Modern Art Exam 1'. This study set focuses on significant movements and artists, enhancing understanding... see moreof art's evolution and its societal impacts, tailored for University of Kansas students. see less

2. Artist, title, year, and style/period.

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The correct answer provides the artist (Jacques-Louis David), the title of the artwork (Oath of the Horatii), the year it was created (1784), and the artistic style/period (Neoclassicism). While the incorrect answers feature prominent artists and artworks, they do not match the details requested in the question.

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3. Who is the author of the painting 'Death of Marat', what is the title, when was it created, and what art period does it belong to?

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The correct answer is David as the author, Death of Marat as the title, 1793 as the year of creation, and Neoclassicism as the art period. The incorrect answers provided are other famous artists and their notable works from different art periods.

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4. Who is the author of the painting Grand Odalisque, what is the title of the painting, when was it created, and which artistic period does it belong to?

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The correct answer is Ingres as the author, Grand Odalisque as the title, created in 1814, and belonging to the Neoclassicism period. Monet's Water Lilies belongs to Impressionism, Picasso's Guernica to Cubism, and Kahlo's The Two Fridas to Surrealism.

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5. Who is the author, the title of the work, the year it was created, and the artistic period of the painting 'Raft of the Medusa'?

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The correct answer is Gericault, Raft of the Medusa, 1818-19, Romanticism. The painting depicts a crucial event where survivors of a shipwreck are adrift on a raft in the ocean.

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6. Who is the author of the painting 'The Third of May, 1808', created in 1814 during the Romanticism period?

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The correct answer is Goya because he is the artist behind the painting 'The Third of May, 1808', created in 1814 during the Romanticism period. While artists like Picasso, Da Vinci, and Van Gogh are renowned in their own right, they did not create this specific artwork during that time period.

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7. Who is the author of the daguerreotype titled "An Early Daguerreotype taken in the artist's studio", what is its year of creation, and during which period was it made?

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The correct answer provides the author, title, year of creation, and period of the mentioned daguerreotype. Each incorrect answer includes details of a different artwork created by a different artist in a different year and period, showcasing the importance of paying attention to all aspects of the question.

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8. Which photography studio captured the image titled 'Edwin and Edwina Booth' around 1866 during the Advent of Photography?

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The correct answer refers to the Brady Studio, the specific title, date, and historical period of the photograph. The incorrect answers provide variations in studios, titles, dates, and periods to test knowledge and attention to detail.

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9. Who is the author of the photograph titled 'A Harvest of Death' taken in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania in July 1863, and during which period?

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Timothy O'Sullivan is the correct author of the photograph titled 'A Harvest of Death', captured in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania in July 1863, during the Civil War period. Ansel Adams, Dorothea Lange, and Steve McCurry are famous photographers known for their iconic works in different time periods and subjects.

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10. Who is the author of the painting 'The Stone Breakers', what is the title of the painting, when was it created, and what artistic period does it belong to?

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The correct answer is Courbet, 'The Stone Breakers', 1850, Realism in Europe. This painting by Courbet depicts the harsh realities of the working class, reflecting the artistic movement of Realism in Europe during the 19th century.

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11. Who is the author of the painting 'A Burial at Ornans,' what is its title, in what year was it created, and what period does it belong to?

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Gustave Courbet painted 'A Burial at Ornans' in 1849-50, which is a significant work of Realism in Europe. The other options are incorrect as they do not match the author, title, year, and period of the painting mentioned in the question.

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12. Who is the author of the painting 'Luncheon on the Grass', what is the title of the painting, when was it created, and in which period does it belong?

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The correct answer is Manet 'Luncheon on the Grass' 1863 Realism in Europe. Each incorrect answer provides a different artist, title, year, and artistic period to test knowledge of art history.

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13. Who is the author, title, year, and period of the artwork 'Olympia'?

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The correct answer is Manet's 'Olympia' from 1863 falls under the Realism movement in Europe, while the other options are artworks by different artists in different periods and styles.

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14. Who is the author of the painting 'The Oxbow', what is its title, in which year was it created, and to which artistic period does it belong?

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The correct answer is Thomas Cole 'The Oxbow' 1836 Realism in America because the painting was indeed created by Thomas Cole, titled 'The Oxbow', painted in 1836, and reflects the artistic period of Realism in America.

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15. Who is the author of the painting 'Twilight in the Wilderness', what is the title of the painting, when was it created, and during which period was it painted?

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The correct answer is Frederick E Church as the author, 'Twilight in the Wilderness' as the title, created in 1860, and falls under the Realism in America period.

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16. Who is the author, what is the title, in which year was it created, and what period does it belong to?

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The correct answer provides the author, title, creation year, and artistic period of the specified artwork. The incorrect answers include famous artists, titles, years, and periods in art history, but do not correspond to 'The Agnew Clinic' by Thomas Eakins in 1889 part of Realism in America.

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17. Who is the author of the painting 'Madam X', what is the title of the painting, in which year was it painted, and to which art period does it belong?

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The correct answer is John Singer Sargent who painted 'Madam X' in 1884, representing Realism in America. The other options refer to famous paintings by different artists in various art periods.

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18. Who is the author of the painting 'Impression: Sunrise', what is its title, in which year was it created, and to which art period does it belong?

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The correct answer is Monet, who painted 'Impression: Sunrise' in 1872 during the Impressionism period. The other options mention famous paintings by Picasso ('Les Demoiselles d'Avignon'), Van Gogh ('Starry Night'), and Da Vinci ('Mona Lisa') from different art periods.

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19. Who is the author of the art piece 'Boulevard des Capucines, Paris' created in 1873-74, which belongs to the Impressionism period?

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The correct answer is Monet. While Van Gogh, Da Vinci, and Picasso are all renowned artists, they did not create the artwork 'Boulevard des Capucines, Paris'.

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20. Who is the author, title, year, and period of the painting: Degas, 'The Ballet Rehersal on Stage', 1874, Impressionism?

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The correct answer is Degas, 'The Ballet Rehersal on Stage', 1874, Impressionism. It is important to note the specific details about the painting, including the author, title, year, and artistic period.

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21. What is the author, title, year, and period of the artwork 'The Tub'?

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The correct answer is Degas 'The Tub' 1886 Impressionism. The other options provide incorrect information regarding the author, title, year, and art period.

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22. Who is the author of the painting 'Bar at the Folies-Bergere,' created in 1882, and which art period does it belong to?

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The correct answer is Manet's 'Bar at the Folies-Bergere,' created in 1882, belongs to the Impressionism art period. The other three options, paintings by Monet, Van Gogh, and Dali, belong to Realism, Cubism, and Surrealism art periods respectively, making them incorrect answers.

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23. Who is the author of the painting 'Floor Scrapers', what is the title of the painting, when was it created, and to which period does it belong?

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The correct answer is Caillebotte's 'Floor Scrapers', painted in 1875 under the Impressionism art movement. The incorrect answers provided are from different artists, titles, years, and art periods, making them inaccurately matched.

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24. Who is the author, title of the artwork, its year, and period of 'A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte'?

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The correct answer is Seurat's 'A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte' is from the Post-Impressionist period, created between 1884-1886. The incorrect answers provided are from different artists, artworks, years, and periods that do not correspond to the question.

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25. Who is the author, what is the title, when was it published, and in which period does the painting 'The vision after the Sermon (Jacob Wrestling the Angel)' belong?

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The correct answer provides the author (Gauguine), the title ('The vision after the Sermon (Jacob Wrestling the Angel)'), the year of publication (1888), and the art period (Post-Impressionism) to correctly identify the painting. The incorrect answers provide famous paintings by other artists with incorrect details to confuse the audience.

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26. Who is the author of the painting 'Spirit of the Dead Watching' and when was it created?

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The correct answer is Gauguin's 'Spirit of the Dead Watching', created in 1892 during the Post-Impressionist period. The other options refer to paintings by different artists in different styles and periods.

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27. Which artist, artwork, year, and period are associated with 'The Night Cafe'?

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The question is asking for the specific artist, title of the artwork, year created, and artistic period associated with 'The Night Cafe'. Van Gogh created 'The Night Cafe' in 1888 during the Post-Impressionist period, which was characterized by vivid colors and emotional expression.

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28. Who is the author of the painting 'Starry Night', what is the title of the work, in what year was it created, and during what artistic period?

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The question asks for specific information about the author, title, year, and artistic period of a painting, in this case, 'Starry Night' by Van Gogh in 1888 during the Post-Impressionism period.

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29. Who is the author, title, year, and period of the painting 'The Bay from L'Estaque'?

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The correct answer is based on the painting's factual details, while the incorrect answers provide different artists, titles, years, and art periods to test the knowledge of art history and painting attribution.

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30. Who is the author of the painting 'Still life with Basket of Apples', what is the title, when was it created, and what art period does it belong to?

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Cezanne created the painting 'Still life with Basket of Apples' in 1895 during the Post-Impressionist period, known for its unique style that followed Impressionism.

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