Art History Quizzes, Questions & Answers

Recent Art History Quizzes

Exploring Ancient Greek Art: Artifacts and Statues Quiz

Explore the engaging world of Art History with our Chapter 5 quiz. This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of key art movements and historical influences, enhancing your appreciation and knowledge of the arts.

Questions: 29 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Oct 7, 2025

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What type of artifact is a Geometric Krater?

Geometric Krater

Roman Coin

Mayan Calendar

Egyptian Pyramid

Exploring Ancient Art and Civilizations Quiz

Explore the fascinating journey through art history with Vis20: Art History. This educational activity delves into significant art movements, analyzing key artworks and their cultural impacts. It's designed to enhance your...

Questions: 28 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Aug 4, 2025

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What is the name of the famous Paleolithic cave painting located in Lascaux, France?

Altamira Cave

Cave of Hands

Chauvet Cave

Hall of Bulls - Lascaux, France. 15,000-13,000 BC- Paleolitchic cave painting- Medium: paint, pulverized charcoal and minerals. - The proportions are not exact, they were more concerned with recreating the most characteristic features to gain the complete essence of the image as opposed to reality. Main concern was representing the animal, not locating them to a specific place. - They painted large powerful creatures: possible a pre-hunting ritual so that the hunters could spiritually have a successful hunt . Trying to gain some control over nature

Ancient Civilizations Art and History Quiz

Prepare for Art Exam 3 with our specialized image-based flashcards. Focus on art history and visual analysis to enhance your understanding and appreciation of art. Ideal for students seeking to deepen their knowledge and succeed...

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Nov 1, 2025

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In ancient Egypt, what was the most common weapon used by soldiers during the period of 2000-1800 BC?

Dagger and Sheath Byblos 2000-1800

Bow and Arrow

Spear and Shield

Club and Mace

Masterpieces of Art History Quiz

Dive into the fascinating world of Art History with this educational activity. Explore key movements, influential artists, and pivotal artworks that have shaped the visual arts landscape. This activity is designed to enhance your...

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Oct 8, 2025

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Identify the artist and title of the painting described: Peter Paul Rubens 'Elevation of the Cross' Altarpiece Saint Walburg, Antwerp 1610

Pablo Picasso 'Guernica'

Peter Paul Rubens 'Elevation of the Cross' Altarpiece Saint Walburg, Antwerp 1610 -Religious imagery -Painted after 10 years in Rome -Many layers of color (Titian) -Learned from artist before him -Muscles (Michelangelo) -Light to dark (Caravaggio)

Leonardo da Vinci 'Mona Lisa'

Vincent van Gogh 'Starry Night'

Exploring Key Artifacts and Artworks in Western Art History

Explore the rich tapestry of Western art through this Art History Identification Slide quiz. Assess your knowledge of key artworks, styles, and historical contexts, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of Western art...

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Aug 4, 2025

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What is the identification of the artwork shown below?

Title : Venus de Milo Date : 100 BCE - 100 CE Medium : Marble Culture : Ancient Greek Significance : Represents Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love and beauty.

Title : The Starry Night Date : 1889 Medium : Oil on canvasCulture : Post-Impressionist Significance : Vincent van Gogh's famous night sky painting.

Title : Woman of Willendorf Date : 22,000 - 21,000 BCEMedium : LimestoneCulture : Paleolithic Significance : Women were frequent subjects in prehistoric art. Possibly a fertility statue. Or worship of women.

Title : Mona Lisa Date : 1503 - 1506Medium : Oil on poplar panelCulture : Italian Renaissance Significance : Famous portrait painting by Leonardo da Vinci.

Understanding Impressionism: Artists and Movements Quiz

Explore the evolution and impact of artistic movements through 'Test 2- Arth History'. This assessment focuses on deepening your understanding of significant art periods and their cultural relevance, sharpening analytical skills...

Questions: 21 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Aug 4, 2025

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Who is known for the artistic style of Impressionism?

Mary Cassatt, In the Loge, Impressionism, 1860-1890

Pablo Picasso, Guernica, Cubism, 20th century.

Leonardo da Vinci, Mona Lisa, Renaissance, 15th-16th century.

Vincent van Gogh, Starry Night, Post-Impressionism, 19th century.

Advanced Art History: Cultural and Historical Influences Exam

This final exam focuses on art history, assessing knowledge of significant art movements, styles, and artists. It is designed to test students' understanding and appreciation of historical and cultural art influences, preparing...

Questions: 9 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Oct 7, 2025

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What is depicted on the Sarcophagus of the Married Couple from Cerveteri?

9-5, The Sarcophagus of the Married Couple. Know site (Cerveteri), date (again can use Archaic instead of year), material (terracotta), what represents (man and woman on couch at symposium/banquet), how differs from Greek practices (women never allowed at greek banquets), what man might have held in his hand (egg), what that might have symbolized (cult of Orpheus, idea of cosmic egg, and rebirth)

A battle scene between warriors

A religious ritual involving sacrifices

A scene of everyday life at the marketplace

Art History: Identification and Analysis of Ancient Artifacts Quiz

Prepare for an Art History Survey II exam with this focused set of flashcards designed for plate identification. Essential for students seeking to enhance their recognition and understanding of different art periods and styles,...

Questions: 23 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Aug 4, 2025

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What is the name, location, date, and style of the artifact known as the Woman from Willendorf?

Woman from Willendorf, Austria, 24,000 BCE, Prehistoric

Venus de Milo, Greece, 100 BCE, Classical.

Starry Night, France, 1889 CE, Post-Impressionism.

Mona Lisa, Italy, 1503 CE, Renaissance.

Mastering Art History Terms Quiz

Enhance your understanding of Art History terms with this focused study aid. Designed for AP Art History students, this set of flashcards aids in mastering key vocabulary, preparing learners for exams, and deepening their...

Questions: 27 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Aug 4, 2025

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What is the name of the slab forming the top of the capital of a column?

Abacus

Entablature

Pediment

Frieze

Art History: Understanding Ancient Pyramids Quiz

Prepare for Art Exam 2 with our visual flashcards focused on art history. Enhance your understanding and retention of key art concepts and historical periods. Ideal for students seeking to deepen their knowledge in art history...

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Nov 1, 2025

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What type of pyramid is the Step Pyramid located in Medum thought to be?

Step Pyramid Medum Ca. 2780

Smooth-sided Pyramid

Bent Pyramid

Red Pyramid

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