Art Concepts And Vocabulary Quiz! Trivia

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Which art adjective best describes this painting?
- Realistic
- Idealized
- Abstract
- Nonrepresentational

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What do you know about art concepts? Do you suppose you can get past this quiz? Art concepts include line, space, shape, and form. If you are looking to be an artist, or if you are someone who appreciates fine art, these are concepts that you should be able to learn and understand. Take this quiz and see how much See moreyou know about art concepts.

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Which art adjective best describes this painting?
- Nonobjective
- Nonrepresentational
- Stylized
- Photorealistic
Correct Answer

A. Stylized

Explanation

This painting represents Alice Neel's interpretation of what her sitter looks like, so it is stylized. In non-objective and nonrepresentational art, the subject matter is not identifiable, disqualifying these terms. This painting does not look as realistic as a photo, ruling out the term photorealistic.

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3.

Why is Classical Greek sculpture such as this important to our study of art?
- It is made out of marble
- It is representational
- It is said to be the source of Western aesthetics
- After this, art was never made this way again
Correct Answer

A. It is said to be the source of Western aesthetics

Explanation

Classical Greek art such as Doryphoros ( the Spear Bearer) by Polykleitos, is said to mark the beginning of a Western appreciation for naturalism in art. Throughout history, artists have looked back to this period in history for inspiration ( ie, Renaissance art, Neoclassicism).

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Which statement guides us in choosing the correct adjective with which we can describe a work of art?
- "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"
- "a photograph is the yardstick of reality"
- "art reflects the society from which it comes"
- "art is what you can get away with"
Correct Answer

A. "a photograph is the yardstick of reality"

Explanation

A photograph is said to capture reality. Art that mimics a photograph is said to be realistic or naturalistic. A stylized image is the artist's interpretation of what the object looks like (less like a photo), and abstractions are simplifications of objects.

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5.

When considering aesthetics, which of the following statements is valid?
- "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"
- Art must abide by standard rules in order to be considered beautiful
- Beauty is universal
- No one could possibly appreciate this work of art
Correct Answer

A. "beauty is in the eye of the beholder"

Explanation

Aesthetics is the philosophy pertaining to beauty or the lack of beauty. Art is subjective- "beauty is in the eye of the beholder". While not all viewers will find this work appealing, some will. Because it will not appeal to all viewers, it is not universally appreciated.

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6.

Which purpose of art does this painting satisfy?
- Commemoration of an historical event
- A personal narrative
- Re-writing history
- Cause and effect
Correct Answer

A. A personal narrative

Explanation

Frida Khalo created her self portrait with her husband, Diego Rivera painted on her forehead. This personal narrative reflected the artist's angst in the less-than-perfect relationship.

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7.

Which of the following is true of this work of art?
- It demonstrates the idea of cause and effect
- It was intended to be worn in a ritualistic dance
- This mask was designed to address weather conditions
- All of the above are true
Correct Answer

A. All of the above are true

Explanation

The North Winds mask was designed to be worn during a ritualistic dance, to call upon spirits to affect weather in a positive way. Through dancing the ritual, these people hope to influence the future, making this a cause and effect gesture.

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Considering Christian ideology, in what way is this painting subversive?
- the artist purposefully reverses the rolls of a well-known Bible story
- The artist used a contemporary style to depict an age-old story
- The artist painted it in oil instead of fresco
Correct Answer

A. the artist purposefully reverses the rolls of a well-known Bible story

Explanation

Here, Suzanne Caledon has subverted the Biblical version of the story of Adam and Eve. The artist did not accept that woman was responsible for original sin. Instead, she depicts Adam as the instigator for her own personal version of the story. Style is defined as repetitive characteristics practiced by an artist. Oil is a description of medium- the material of which a work of art is made.

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Which of the following reflects the term, context, in Hamilton's collage seen here?
- Rampant consumerism
- Collage
- Britain, 1950s
- An advertisement for Armstrong flooring
Correct Answer

A. Britain, 1950s

Explanation

Hamilton's collage reflects the rampant consumerism of Britain in the 1950s. Context is a setting that denotes meaning. In this case, the context is historical- a given point within a particular culture in history ( Britain, 1950s). Collage is the medium in which the work was made; rampant consumerism is the content (the story being told).

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For what purpose did Dale Chihuly create this work of art?
- Commemoration; to celebrate a specific period in history
- Decoration; to beautify the surroundings
- Conceptual; this work is all about an idea
- Social commentary; to urge spectators to take action
Correct Answer

A. Decoration; to beautify the surroundings

Explanation

This work is intended to beautify its surroundings, so it is decorative.

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According to our text, what is not true about works of art such as "Fountain" by Duchamp?
- An artist must make a work of art with his own hands
- An artist can merely designate an object as a work of art
- Re-contextualization of common place objects can make us consider them in a new light
- The practice of appropriation continues on today
Correct Answer

A. An artist must make a work of art with his own hands

Explanation

Duchamp designated a urinal found in a plumbing supply a work of art. He showed this work titled "Fountain" in a gallery. Because we see the urinal in a gallery, a setting for art, we must consider it to be art ( re-contextualization). This act of appropriation, taking an existing object as one's own, is widely practiced today.

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