Why did Mesopotamian art change so often?

Due to changes in rulers and new cultural influences

What does intangible cultural heritage include?

Practices, traditions and knowledge

Where is Mesopotamia located?

Between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers

What is one of the key tasks of the 1972 World Heritage Convention?

Identifying and protecting potential World Heritage sites

Why do many Mesopotamian votive statuettes have large, staring eyes?

to represent the importance of looking directly to the gods

What is an art movement?

A style or trend in art practiced by a group of artists during a period

In art history, what does texture mean?

quality and feel of the art work's surface

What is an art historical inquiry?

Examining and interpreting artworks within their context.

Why did Mesopotamia have so many power changes?

It had no natural defenses to protect it.

What does an art historian do?

Study tangible human-made objects & structures.

What do art historians NOT ask in an art historical inquiry?

What is the current market value of the artwork?

What does MEDIUM mean?

What the work of art is made of

What is an art period?

A specific time in history with distinct artistic styles and movements.

an object’s shape and structure

How was Mesopotamia similar to Ancient Greece?

Both were originally clusters of city-states.

What does a contour line do?

it defines and outlines shapes and figures

Why is Mesopotamia called the Fertile Crescent?

Because of its shape and fertile land

In art history, what does hierarchy of scale mean?

use of unnatural proportions to show the relative importance of a figure

In art history, what does proportion mean?

the relationship (in terms of size) of the parts of persons or objects

What does COMPOSITION mean?

The overall balance and arrangement of elements within an artwork

What is unique about Mesopotamia?

It was the earliest of all civilizations.

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1
Which of the following did the Mesopotamians invent?
The compass
The telescope
The wheel
A writing system
2
Why did Mesopotamian art change so often?
Due to constant economic stability
Due to unchanging cultural influences
Due to changes in rulers and new cultural influences
Due to lack of artistic talent
3
What does intangible cultural heritage include?
Buildings and artifacts
Practices, traditions and knowledge
Natural landscapes
Historical landmarks
4
Where is Mesopotamia located?
Between the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers
In the southern part of Europe
Along the Nile River
Near the Indus River
5
Who lived in the Mesopotamian area?
A single homogeneous group
Many different peoples
Only warriors and kings
6
What is one of the key tasks of the 1972 World Heritage Convention?
Organizing international cultural festivals
renovating ancient monuments
Identifying and protecting potential World Heritage sites
Promoting modern architectural designs
7
What category of art is this piece of art?
Sculpture
Architecture
Craft arts
Pictorial arts
8
What is NOT a kind of craft arts?
ceramics
water colours
metalwork
textiles
9
Why do many Mesopotamian votive statuettes have large, staring eyes?
to represent the importance of looking directly to the gods
the sculptures were not experts at details
they didn't want to appear human
Worried about dust-storms and needed built-in eye protection
10
This picture has radial symmetry.
False
True
11
This picture exhibits asymmetry.
True
False
12
What is an art movement?
A type of sculpture that involves motion
A specific technique used in painting
A style or trend in art practiced by a group of artists during a period
A period in which art was not produced
13
What is an example of a cultural heritage site in the UAE?
Yas Marina Circuit
Dubai Mall
Burj Khalifa
Jebel Hafeet tombs
14
In art history, what does texture mean?
the subject matter
color palette used in the art work
quality and feel of the art work's surface
the emotional impact on the viewer
15
What is his job?
art historian
Artist
Survey-taker
Teacher
16
What is an art historical inquiry?
Creating new artworks based on historical styles.
Studying the market value of artworks.
Restoring and conserving damaged artworks.
Examining and interpreting artworks within their context.
17
Why did Mesopotamia have so many power changes?
It was frequently invaded by sea.
It had no natural defenses to protect it.
It had a stable and unchanging government.
It had strong natural defenses.
18
What does an art historian do?
Study the physical and chemical properties of art materials only
Access the financial value and market trends of art
Consider the effect of modern technology on the value of art
Study tangible human-made objects & structures.
19
Which of the following is considered tangible cultural heritage?
Folklore
Traditional music
Oral traditions
Ancient monuments
20
What category of art is this piece of art?
Craft art
Architecture
Pictorial arts
Sculpture
21
What is not a defining feature of a civilisation?
Urbanisation
unstratified societies
A stable food supply
a hierarchical system of governance
22
This picture has bilateral symmetry.
False
True
23
What category of art are these?
Sculpture
Architecture
Pictorial arts
Craft arts
24
What do art historians NOT ask in an art historical inquiry?
Who created the artwork?
What is the style and art period and art movement?
What is the current market value of the artwork?
What materials were used to create the artwork?
25
What category of art is this piece of art?
Sculpture
Pictorial art
Craft art
Architecture
26
What does MEDIUM mean?
The historical period the artwork was created in
The main subject matter depicted in the artwork:
What the work of art is made of
The overall style or movement associated with the artwork
27
What is an art period?
A type of art that involves creating three-dimensional objects
A short break taken by artists during the creation of their work.
A specific time in history with distinct artistic styles and movements.
A technique used to preserve and restore artworks.
28
What does Mesopotamia mean?
The land between two rivers
The land of the gods
The land of the kings
The fertile crescent
29
How long did Mesopotamia last?
About 1000 years
About 2000 years
About 500 years
About 3000 years
30
What does FORM mean?
an object’s shape and structure
The materials and techniques used to create the artwork
The historical context or meaning behind a work of art.
The emotional response a viewer has to a work of art
31
How was Mesopotamia similar to Ancient Greece?
Both were in mountainous areas.
Both were originally clusters of city-states.
Both had a centralized monarchy.
Both had democratic governments.
32
What does a contour line do?
it defines and outlines shapes and figures
It establishes hierarchy and focal points
It creates a sense of depth and perspective
It conveys emotion and movement
33
Why is Mesopotamia called the Fertile Crescent?
Because it was home to many different cultures
Because it was home to many different cultures
Because of its lush vegetation
Because of its shape and fertile land
34
In art history, what does hierarchy of scale mean?
To create a perfectly realistic depiction of space and depth.
use of unnatural proportions to show the relative importance of a figure
To show all figures in a scene with the same level of detail
To depict objects in their actual size relative to each other
35
In art history, what does proportion mean?
The emotional impact a piece of art evokes in the viewer.
The color palette used by the artist.
The level of detail and realism in the artwork
the relationship (in terms of size) of the parts of persons or objects
36
What does COMPOSITION mean?
The overall balance and arrangement of elements within an artwork
The subject matter depicted in an artwork
the way different colours and used in an art work.
an object’s shape and structure
37
What does the term 'authenticity' mean in the context of cultural heritage?
without provenience
counterfeit and imitation
Original and genuine
Modern adaptations of old practices
38
What is unique about Mesopotamia?
It was isolated from other cultures.
It was the earliest of all civilizations.
It had very few technological advancements.
It was surrounded by deserts.
39
Performing arts are part of art history.
False
True

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