Quiz On Antique
An antique is generally described as an item perceived as having value because of its aesthetic or historical significance and often defined as at least 100 years old, although the term is often used loosely to describe any object that is old. So, are you an antique collector/ If you think you know everything about antiques, take our quiz and see if you can pass it.
- 1.
What are the characteristics of antiques?
- A.
They are objects that show some degree of craftsmanship, collectability or a certain attention to design
- B.
They are objects that show some degree of uniqueness, collectability or a certain attention to design
- C.
They are objects that show some degree of craftsmanship, collectability or a certain origins
- D.
They are objects that show some degree of craftsmanship, collectability and are from Europe or Asia
Correct Answer
A. They are objects that show some degree of craftsmanship, collectability or a certain attention to design -
- 2.
What are examples of places where you can buy antiques?
- A.
At antique shops and auction houses
- B.
At the flea market and online
- C.
On Amazon or the pawn shop
- D.
In old Castles and on ebay
Correct Answer
A. At antique shops and auction houses -
- 3.
From what word is the word antique derived from?
- A.
Antiqus
- B.
Antics
- C.
Antique
- D.
Atanos
Correct Answer
A. Antiqus -
- 4.
How are Chinese antiques marked traditionally?
- A.
By a red seal
- B.
By a stamp
- C.
With heat
- D.
With an ok sign
Correct Answer
A. By a red seal -
- 5.
What does antiquing mean?
- A.
It's the act of shopping , identifying, negotiating or bargaining for antiques
- B.
It's when you prove that you know about antiques
- C.
It's the act of collecting antiques
- D.
It's the act of being a great fan of antiques
Correct Answer
A. It's the act of shopping , identifying, negotiating or bargaining for antiques -
- 6.
What items make up antique furniture?
- A.
Old glasses
- B.
Old chairs
- C.
Tables, chairs, bureaus, chests, etc.
- D.
Anything old
Correct Answer
C. Tables, chairs, bureaus, chests, etc. -
- 7.
What are the most common woods that make up antique furniture?
- A.
Sandalwood and bamboo
- B.
Sekoa and Pine
- C.
Mahogany, oak, pine, walnut, and rosewood
- D.
Azingo and Okume
Correct Answer
C. Mahogany, oak, pine, walnut, and rosewood -
- 8.
What are the stylistic periods that people look for, when purchasing antiques?
- A.
Anything from ancient Rome
- B.
Classical Egyptian
- C.
Arts and crafts, Georgian, Regency, and Victorian
- D.
Classical Greek
Correct Answer
C. Arts and crafts, Georgian, Regency, and Victorian -
- 9.
What is Regency architecture?
- A.
It's classical buildings built in the UK during the Regency era in the early 19th Century
- B.
It's classical buildings built in the UK during the Regency era in the early 18th Century
- C.
It's classical buildings built in the UK during the Regency era in the early 17th Century
- D.
It's classical buildings built in the UK during the Regency era in the early 16th Century
Correct Answer
A. It's classical buildings built in the UK during the Regency era in the early 19th Century -
- 10.
What's known as the Victorian era?
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It was the period of Queen Victoria's reign from the 20th June 1837 til 22Jan 1901
- B.
It was the period of Queen Elisabeths reign from the 20th June 1837 til 22Jan 1901
- C.
It was the period of Queen Mary's reign from the 20th June 1837 til 22Jan 1901
- D.
It was the period of Queen Eugenia's reign from the 20th June 1837 til 22Jan 1901
Correct Answer
A. It was the period of Queen Victoria's reign from the 20th June 1837 til 22Jan 1901 -
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