Modern Chinese Art History: Key Artworks and Artists Quiz

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1. Whose self portrait is depicted in Slide #1?

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The correct answer is Ren Xiong. Wu Daozi, Zhang Zeduan, and Gu Kaizhi are all famous Chinese painters, but they did not create the self portrait depicted in Slide #1.

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Modern Chinese Art History: Key Artworks And Artists Quiz - Quiz

Prepare for your summer class slide test in Modern Chinese Art History. This focused overview covers significant artworks, movements, and artists from modern China, enhancing understanding and appreciation of the subject.

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2. What is depicted in the image by Ren Yi titled 'Five Successful Sons'?
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3. What is depicted in Slide #3 of the presentation?

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The correct answer describes an album showcasing figures, flowers, and birds by Ren Yi, including the story of the loyal Su Wu, which is the main theme of the artwork on Slide #3.

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4. What is depicted in Slide #5?

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The correct answer describes the artwork depicted in Slide #5, '4 Seasons by Wu Changshi 1911,' along with its characteristics and artistic achievements.

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5. What is featured in Slide #6 of the Fleeting Shadow Pavilion Pictorial by We Jiayou 1891?

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The correct answer details the features of Slide #6 in the Fleeting Shadow Pavilion Pictorial, which includes printed illustrations for Feiyinge Huabao, natural history, and famous ladies. The incorrect answers do not accurately represent the contents of Slide #6.

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6. Identify the artwork description provided below.
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7. What is depicted in Stupa Ruins in Burma by Gao Jianfu 1934?

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The correct answer is related to the artist's interest in Asian spirituality and Buddhist philosophy, particularly after his trip to India.

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8. Who painted 'Conversation in the Autumn Woods' in 1939?

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He Tianjian was a Chinese painter who was very influential in advocating for reform in Chinese painting. His works, such as 'Conversation in the Autumn Woods,' often depicted bizarre landscapes with a slightly surreal quality.

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9. Who is the artist of the hanging scroll titled 'Gazing at the Waterfall'?

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Zheng Wuchang is the correct artist of the hanging scroll 'Gazing at the Waterfall'. Li Bai and Wang Wei are famous poets, not painters. Wen Zhengming was a Ming dynasty painter, not the artist of this particular hanging scroll.

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10. What is depicted in Slide #12?

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Slide #12 features the portrait 'Portrait of Miss L' by Guan Zilan, painted in 1929 in oil on canvas under the 'Storm Society' movement.

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11. What is depicted on Slide #15?

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The correct answer refers to the cover design of a book titled 'Wandering' by Tao Yuanqing from 1926, as depicted on Slide #15.

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12. What is the content of Slide #16?

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Slide #16 specifically mentions the cover design that was adapted for October by Qian Juntao1933, which is the main content of this slide.

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13. Who created the woodcut titled 'To the Front!' in 1932?

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Hu Yichuan is the correct answer as he created the woodcut 'To the Front!' in 1932. The other three artists mentioned were prominent Chinese artists as well, but they did not create this specific artwork.

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14. What is the name of the woodcut created by Li Hua in 1935?

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The correct answer is 'Brooding' as it is the title of the woodcut created by Li Hua in 1935.

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15. What artwork is depicted on Slide #19?

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The correct answer refers to a specific artwork by the artist Li Hua in 1936, which is a woodcut titled China, Roar! It is important to pay attention to the details mentioned in the question to arrive at the correct answer.

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16. What is the message conveyed in the woodcut by Liu Xian from 1938?

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The woodcut by Liu Xian from 1938 conveys a message urging unity and resistance against the Japanese aggressors, as opposed to seeking peace through negotiations, surrendering, or collaborating with the invaders.

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17. What is depicted in Slide #21 of the presentation?

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Slide #21 of the presentation features the artwork 'New Year Door Guardians' by Yan Han, created in 1939-40. It is a woodcut print depicting traditional Chinese aesthetics related to New Year celebrations.

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18. What artwork is referred to as 'Slide #22'?
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19. Which artwork is depicted on Slide #23?

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The correct answer is Rice Riot by Zhao Yannian 1947, Woodcut. This artwork belongs to the woodcut genre and was created by Zhao Yannian in 1947.

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20. What is depicted on Slide #24?

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The correct answer can be determined by matching the description provided with the specific artwork mentioned, which is 'The Professor by Yang Keyang1947, Woodcut.' The incorrect answers are unrelated to the description provided on Slide #24.

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21. Who is the subject of the painting shown on Slide #28?

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The correct answer is Mao Zedong as depicted in the painting 'Mao Zedong at the December Meeting' by Jin Shangyi in 1961.

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22. What is depicted in Slide #29?

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The correct answer refers to a specific painting titled Five Heros of Mount Langya by Zhan Jianjun, which is completely different from the other options provided.

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23. Who is depicted in the painting Chairman Mao Standing with People of Asia, Africa, and Latin America by Wu Biduan and Jin Shangyi 1961?

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The correct answer is Chairman Mao as depicted in the title of the painting. The other options do not match the description provided.

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Whose self portrait is depicted in Slide #1?
What is depicted in the image by Ren Yi titled 'Five Successful Sons'?
What is depicted in Slide #3 of the presentation?
What is depicted in Slide #5?
What is featured in Slide #6 of the Fleeting Shadow Pavilion Pictorial...
Identify the artwork description provided below.
What is depicted in Stupa Ruins in Burma by Gao Jianfu 1934?
Who painted 'Conversation in the Autumn Woods' in 1939?
Who is the artist of the hanging scroll titled 'Gazing at the...
What is depicted in Slide #12?
What is depicted on Slide #15?
What is the content of Slide #16?
Who created the woodcut titled 'To the Front!' in 1932?
What is the name of the woodcut created by Li Hua in 1935?
What artwork is depicted on Slide #19?
What is the message conveyed in the woodcut by Liu Xian from 1938?
What is depicted in Slide #21 of the presentation?
What artwork is referred to as 'Slide #22'?
Which artwork is depicted on Slide #23?
What is depicted on Slide #24?
Who is the subject of the painting shown on Slide #28?
What is depicted in Slide #29?
Who is depicted in the painting Chairman Mao Standing with People of...
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