the concept of infinity is often used in patterns in middle eastern art. why is this concept significant?

to contrast infinity with man's finite existince on earth

which of the following artworks was instrumental in acceptance of fiber arts as an artistic medium?

Judy Chicago's "The Dinner Party"

whcih of the following is NOT an example of relating context to an artwork?

practicing similar techniques of a pointillist artist

which of the following describes a similarity between minimalist art and color field painting?

large, flat areas of color with minimal brush strokes

how did the Impressionist movement react against the creation of Photography in the art world?

impressionists sought to capture an IMPRESSION, not a faithful reproduction

Which method of layering materials is correct for working with wax/oil based or water based media?

layer crayon over watercolor pain

which of the following recommendations is NOT a way to improve composition for a still life?

arranging the items in a symmetrical grouping

which of the following safety practices would NOT be done in the classroom as a result of MSDS sheets?

blade of a utility knife is retracted when not in use

which of the following was a reason that Baroque architecture spread throught south america in 1600-1700's?

spain colonized central and south america

which is NOT an architectural need/advancement that lead to the construction of skyscrapers?

load bearing walls for construction

which of the following best describes the mezzotint process

artist works dark to light, roughening/smoothing to change how much ink...

which statement best describes the purpose of sculptures in the classical period of ancient greece?

sculptures were made to honor gods and goddesses

which of the following best describes a way that visual art has influenced popular culture?

bright colors and repetition of Pop Art were used in fashion/advertising

which would reinforce the goals of the feminist art movement?

embracing materials in female artwork traditionally tied to their gender

how does the traditional creation of porcelain challange the "made in china" slogan, which calls mass production to mind

the creation of porcelain is labor intensive

which of the following is a criticism or some environmental art, including Robert Smithson's "Spiral Jetty"?

environmental art can permanently damage the land it was created on

a critic analyzes a vase with deliberation over the meanings of the symbols. which method of criticism are they using

cultural perspective aesthetic theory

which of the following best describes characteristis of Baroque architecture?

pear-shaped domes, marble/faux finishing, and bronze gilding

fresco was a renaissance technique. which best describes it?

pigments mixed with watter, applied to wet plaster

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1
the concept of infinity is often used in patterns in middle eastern art. why is this concept significant?
to contrast infinity with man's finite existince on earth
to represent the magnitude of the soul
to allow different artists to easily copy the same pattern
to cover large areas of walls with the same pattern
2
which of the following artworks was instrumental in acceptance of fiber arts as an artistic medium?
Judy Chicago's "The Dinner Party"
kara Walker's "GoneK
Miriam Schapiro's "Big Ox No. 1"
Yayoi Kasuma's "Dots Obsession"
3
which of the following paint supports would be most ideal for an egg tempera painting?
linen
canvas
masonite
paper
4
which photographc technique will result in a clear and focused subject with a background out of focus?
using a larger aperture
using a slower shutter speed
using a higher ISO
Using a greater distance from the camera to the subject
5
whcih of the following is NOT an example of relating context to an artwork?
practicing similar techniques of a pointillist artist
researching a Dada artist's values and personal views
reading about social movements at the time of Harlem Renaissance artwork
finding more info about the cultural values of african artists
6
which of the following art movements didNOT aim to portay life in an exaggerated/idealized way?
The Hudson River School
Neoclassical
Romanticism
The Ashcan School
7
vincent van gogh, paul cezanne, and paul gauguin are artists associated with which style of art?
post impressionism
surrialism
fauvism
cubism
8
which of the following art skills would be most appropriate to students in K-3rd grade?
working with oil paints
mixing secondary colors
drawing with 2-point perspective
calligraphy
9
which of the following describes a similarity between minimalist art and color field painting?
paint extending onto the edges of the canvas
the use of mainly primary colors
a focus on consumer items as the subject
large, flat areas of color with minimal brush strokes
10
how did the Impressionist movement react against the creation of Photography in the art world?
impressionits wanted to work indoors rather than out in the field
impressionists wanted to use minimal colors to capture a scene
impressionists sought to capture fleeting moments and light across objects
impressionists sought to capture an IMPRESSION, not a faithful reproduction
11
Which method of layering materials is correct for working with wax/oil based or water based media?
layer watercolor over encaustic paint
layer acrylic over oil paint
layer tempera over oil pain
layer crayon over watercolor pain
12
which of the following recommendations is NOT a way to improve composition for a still life?
including a focal point in the arrangement
using accurate perspective
arranging the items in a symmetrical grouping
overlapping items rather than having the edges touch
13
which of the following types of clay is earthenware, reddish-brown color, and more porous/less durable than other clays?
stoneware
porcelain
raku
terra cotta
14
which of the following watercolor techniques did the artist use to create the hazy sky and clouds in this painting?
wash
dry brush
wet on wet
crayon resist
15
painting shows RELIGIOUS subject matter with elongated figures, UNNATURAL poses, DRAMATIC LIGHTING. what art era?
romanticism
medieval
mannerism
renaissance
16
Artist drawing from life, keeping their eyes on the subject, only occasionaly glancing at their paper, outlining subject
Gesture drawing
perpective drawing
blind contour drawing
crosshatch drawing
17
a tertiary color can be created by mixing which of the following?
blue and yellow
yellow and orange
orange and green
red and yellow
18
which of the following is NOT one of the names for this method of composition for art and architecture
golden ratio
golden mean
pi
fibonacci number
19
which theory of art recognizes the girl playingpiano as the subject and its importance as an extension of our perception
representationalism
formalism
expressionism
deconstructivism
20
which of these terms refers to a performance or event created in the context of fine art?
happening
installation
plein air
sculpture
21
which of the following terms is NOT associated with knitting?
chain stitch
stockinette
casting on
purl
22
which of the following is the correct name for this architectural element of a statue used as a column?
Pilaster
Balustrade
Obelisk
Caryatid
23
a wooden sculpture of a human w/symmetry but visually abstracted, used for religion. which culture created it?
ancient roman
mycenaean
african
egyptian
24
which of the following safety practices would NOT be done in the classroom as a result of MSDS sheets?
fire extinguisher kept in the classroom
apron, gloves, and goggles are used with certain corrosive printmaking mats
blade of a utility knife is retracted when not in use
solvents are kept in a fireproof cabinet.
25
whcih of the following forms of printmaking was applied in this image?
intaglio
relief
serigraphy
lithography
26
which of the following was a reason that Baroque architecture spread throught south america in 1600-1700's?
Baroque architecture was a reaction against the previous Neoclassical style
architects from france emigrated to south america
spain colonized central and south america
south american architects read about the style and began to use it
27
which is NOT an architectural need/advancement that lead to the construction of skyscrapers?
load bearing walls for construction
refinement of the steel process leading to steel skeletons in buildings
the first safe passenger elevator
the need for more vertical buildings in cities
28
if an artist wanted to create a drawing with a great amount of detail, which of the following instruments would be best?
2H pencil
black chalk
red conte crayon
vine charcoal
29
which of the following best describes the mezzotint process
artist works dark to light, roughening/smoothing to change how much ink...
melts fine particles of acid-resistant rosin onto plate, dip in acid
use a burnin to carve lines into plate, lines hold ink for printing
artist gouges to cut awaypieces of material that will not hold ink
30
when a piece of clay is partially dry but not completely dry, it is ______
bisque
bone dry
greenware
leather hard
31
which of the following principles of design helps create the focal point of this painting?
balance
movement
rhythm
contrast
32
which statement best describes the purpose of sculptures in the classical period of ancient greece?
sculptures sought to capture the true likeness of a person
sculptures were created to provide a resting place for a soul after death
sculptures were made to honor gods and goddesses
sculptures were used in fertility rituals
33
which of the following pigments is NOT hazardous due to the use of toxic metals?
cobalt blue
flake white
cadmium red
cadmium yellow hue
34
an artist creates a sculpture from marble, using a chisel to remove pieces from the block. what technique is this?
assemblage
casting
subtractive
modeling
35
which of the following video file formats would be the most ideal for savign and sharing a high-defintion video?
.mov
.mp4
.mpeg
.wmv
36
which of the following best describes a way that visual art has influenced popular culture?
mass produced objects were a subject in the artworks
bright colors and repetition of Pop Art were used in fashion/advertising
artists used commercial methods such as screen printing
artists appropriated images from comic books into their artwork
37
which would reinforce the goals of the feminist art movement?
excluding modern art from the canon of female artwork
creating art that supports stereotypes of traditional female roles
embracing materials in female artwork traditionally tied to their gender
portraying woman in a more abstract manner
38
teacher writes curriculum focusing on goals of instruction, then assessment methods. which curriculum design method?
the TABA method
discipline based art education
teaching for artistic behavior
backward design
39
whcih of the following describes the main issues that were expressed through the musalism art movement of latin america?
the desire for better schools and education
the rights of women and children
freedom of speech and artistic expression
political and social justice
40
how does the traditional creation of porcelain challange the "made in china" slogan, which calls mass production to mind
materials used for porcelain are very expensive
the creation of porcelain is labor intensive
porcelain is no longer made in china
porcelain can only be used by artisans
41
which of the following painting techniques would NOT be used to create texture in an artwork?
impasto
dry brush
sgraffito
wash
42
which of the following is a criticism or some environmental art, including Robert Smithson's "Spiral Jetty"?
environmental art can permanently damage the land it was created on
environmental art should include other artistic media
environmental art should not be categorized as art
environmental art can neglect to focus on evironmental issues
43
a critic analyzes a vase with deliberation over the meanings of the symbols. which method of criticism are they using
expressionism aesthetic theory
deconstructivism aesthetic theory
formalism aesthetic theory
cultural perspective aesthetic theory
44
which of the following refers to hanging artworks in grouping on the wall at eye level as well as above/below eye level?
ehibition style
gallery style
museum style
salon style
45
what surface would have been used for this painting from the Byzantine era?
paper
canvas
linen
wood panel
46
which of these painting techniques involves the application of thick layers of paint with visable brushstrokes
sfumato
wash
sgraffito
impasto
47
daVinci's Mona Lisa used a painting technique to give a cloudy appearance and soften hard lines, which is this technique
sfumato
velatura
imprimatura
sgraffito
48
which of the following best describes characteristis of Baroque architecture?
circular domes, pendentives, and mosiacs
semicircular arches, barrel/groin vaults, and thich walls
Hemispherical domes, columns, and decorative pilasters
pear-shaped domes, marble/faux finishing, and bronze gilding
49
which of the following principles of design is most evident in this painting?
balance
rhythm
emphasis
contrast
50
which of the following is NOT a tool commonly used for printmaking?
gouge
burnisher
brayer
mandrel
51
fresco was a renaissance technique. which best describes it?
oil paints applied to wet plaster
temera paint applied to dry plaster
pigments mixed with plaster, applied to a surface
pigments mixed with watter, applied to wet plaster
52
which of the following is an example of a triadic color scheme?
red, yellow, and orange
orange, blue, and green
blue, green, and purple,
orange, green, and purple
53
which art related career is least likely to depend on computer graphics or image editing programs?
photographer
curator
game developer
graphic designer
54
which of the following is an accurate statement regarding digital photography vs film photography?
digital can be more easily edited than film
digital requires specialized equipment for developing photos
digital has more limited storage space than film
digtal is slower and more expensive than film
55
which of the following image resolutions are considered ideal for printing an image vs publishing an image online?
300 dpi for print, 72 dpi for online
100 dpi for print, 75 dpi for online
500 dpi for print, 250 dpi for online
720 dpi for print, 100 dpi for online
56
which of the following is an instrument used to support and steady the artist's hand while painting or drawing?
mahlstick
frisket
t-square
tortillion
57
an art critic analyzes an artwork based on the use of elements/principles, not delving into context. what critic theory?
Formalism
Expressionism
Deconstructivism
Respresntationalism
58
which of the following describes why Ansel Adams created black and white environmental photographs instead of color?
he did not have experience with producing color photographs
if the photographs were in color, they would mainly be green
color photography had not yet been invented
he could control the outcome of the prints better with black and white
59
a museum wants to incorporate technology in their exhibition on pop art. which would NOT be an effective way to do this.
multiple video screen showing the artists explaining their process
visitors could be provided headphones and a guidebook for a self-led tour.
touchscreen technology giving the viewer more information about the artist
a docent-led tour including a video call with the artist.
60
which of the following is NOT an accurate difference between acrylic and oil paintings?
acrylic paint can be cleaned with water, while oil requires solvents
arcylic paint dries much more quickly than oil paint
oil paint is more flexible than acrylic paint when dry
oil has no visible color shift when it dries while acrylic paint darkens
61
an elementary student has trouble focusing, wanders, and distracts others. which would be LEAST helpful?
student should be given larger materials to work with
student should be given frequent praise during the project
student's project should be broken down into smaller chunks
student should be given a secluded area in the room to work and concentrate
62
a student evaluates well known artwork, finding hidden meanings/implied messages. which criticism theory are they using?
formalism aesthetic theory
deconstruction criticism theory
cultural perspective aesthetic theory
expression aesthetic theory
63
which of the following will most likel benefit someone wanting a career in graphic design?
experience with pedagogy, assessment, and classroom management
certification in programming languages like Visual Basic, C++, or Java
a working knowledge of programs such as photoshop, illustrator, or flash
an apprenticeship under an artist skilled in their chosen medium
64
this painting is an example of which of the following painting techniques?
tromp L'oeil
alla prima
plein air
sgraffito
65
which of the following was NOT a goal of the artists of the Impressionist movement?
to portray the momentary effect of light on a scene or object
to depart from depicting a scene in a realiztic manner
to portray exaggerated scenes and heightened emotions
to capture fleeting moments of time
66
which of the following accurately describes characteristics of gouache paint?
it is opaque and dries to a smooth, matte finish
it cannot be re-wet or reworked
it can be thinned with turpentine or other solvents
it is only available in black, white, and primary colors
67
which of the following is NOT a common oil painting medium?
poppy oil
stand oil
grapeseed oil
Linseed oil
68
how was the postmodernist art movement similar to the Dada art movement?
both sought to bring attention to contributions of unrecognized artists
both sought to portray dream sequences accuratly
both sought to depart from traditions and authority of older movements
both sought to explore the emotional response of the artist
69
which of the following terms describes the method with which this fiber art was created?
embroidery
knitting
weaving
crochet
70
which of the following best describes why watercolor paper should be stretched before it is painted on?
so the paint will adhere to the surface
so the colors will mix properly
so that it will not warp
to make the paper into a larger surface
71
this metals technique involves forming metal threadsinto a lace pattern. which of the following is the name?
fusion
soldering
Filigree
enameling
72
which of the following is NOT a common file format for images?
GIF
AVI
JPG
PNG
73
of these architectural designs, which best embodies the theory of "form follows fuction"?
college campus designed with walking paths that form geometric designs
an office building is designed inside a repurposed department store
a stadium designed to haveroom for spectators surrounding a central field
a bank is designed with a acade to resemble a greek temple
74
which type of assessment in the art classroom best reflects a student's ability to apply art-making skills?
formative
summative
performance
traditional
75
which of the following is NOT a characteristic of traditional Japanese woodblock printing?
the used primarily black ink for the prints
they used large, flat areas of color in the composition
they often depicted landscapes, history, geishas, scenes from everyday
they began by drawing. in ink then gluing it to the wood block for carving
76
Which architectural style is known for the use of pointed arches, gargoyles, and a sense of upward visual movement?
gothic
classical
baroque
art nouveau
77
if an artist wanted to use pen to emulate to color blending of pointillism, which would be the best technique?
wash
stippling
crosshatching
hatching
78
which of the following is an example of an accomodation in the classroom for a student with behavioral disabilities?
usling alrger tools and offering choices of media
outlining a design with glue
working with clay in a secluded area of the room
using large paper and taping it to the table
79
which of the following best describes the daguerreotype process?
an image is created on a tin plate.
an image is created on paper coated in silver iodide.
an image is created on a glass plate.
an image is created on a silvered copper plate.
80
Claes Oldenburg was a sculptor in the 60's known for large pop art sculptures. How'd he challenge traditional sculpture?
he challenged the traditions of sculpture by using assistants
he painted his sculptures, which was not traditionally done
he changed traditional hard medium of scultpure to a soft changeable format
he challenged the traditional media of metal and marble by sculpting wire
81
which of the following is NOT an aim of video sculpture?
to integrate video aspects into an object, location of performance
to show a video in a linear format with a beginning and end
to present videos in new and innovative ways
to diverge from the standard narrative video configuration
82
which of the following cultures would have produced this dot style painting?
african
aborgiginal
chinese
brazilian
83
Which of the following describes the hierarchal proportion with which figures would be portrayed in ancient egyptian art
people of higher status portrayed with larger features than those lower
people of higher status are portrayed on a larger scale that those of lower
people of higher status portrayed more realistically than those lower
people of higher status portrayed on a diagonal higher than those of lower
84
this photograph, one of the first Modernism works during a time of IMMIGRANTS COMING TO AMERICA, was captured by who?
Louis Danguerre
Dorothea Lange
Alfred Stieglitz
Edward Weston
85
which of the following media was accepted as a fine art in the early to mid 1900's?
gouache
performance art
photography
oil painting
86
an artist wants to create a pen and ink drawing with a lot of detailed work. which surface would work best for this?
illustration board
canvas
charcoal paper
watercolor paper
87
an artisti's oil painting has dried and the paint has begun to crack. which of the following is the cause of this issue
the artist worked in layers and used a glazing technique
the artist varnished the oil painting after it dried
the artist mixed linseed oil with their paint
the artist did not prime the canvas before painting
88
an artist paints thin, transparent layers of oil on top of anotehr layer of oil paint that's already dry. what technique
plein air
imasto
alla prima
glazing
89
a graphic artist wants to create a logo that can be resized for banners without pixelating. which would be best?
tracing a hand drawn logo in photoshop and saving it as a .tif
creating a vector-based logo and saving it as an .eps
creating a logo in photoshop and saving it as a .jpg
drawing a logo by hand and scanning it, saving it as a .gif
90
which of the following statements accurately describes an ethical standard relating to artwork?
copyright for an artwork begins once the artist files for copyright
it is permissible to draw or paint a copy of famous work to sell copies
permission should be obtained if using materials not in public domain
copyright laws are the same in each of the 50 states but vary by country
91
which of the following metals used for jewelry making is an allor of antimony, tin, and copper?
pewter
silver
aluminum
titanum
92
which of the following was a significant contribution of Renaissance era artists?
paint in tubes
lost wax casting
acrylic paint
linear perspective
93
Being primarily enclosed within the same circle, which principle of design is demonstrated?
unity
contrast
symmetry
movement
94
which of the following painting surfaces does NOT need to be primed before it is painted on?
watercolor paper, when using watercolor paints
wood panel, when using oil paints
wood panel, when using egg tempera paints
canvas, when using acrylic paints
95
whcih is a technique used to create more interesting compositions in art?
intaglio
middle ground
rule of thirds
tromp l'oiel
96
if an artist wanted to create multiple prints using a printmaking technique, which of the following would NOT be good?
intaglio
Linocut
Screen-printing
monotype
97
which of the following is the best description of appropriation in artwork?
using unusual proportions to emphasize a part of an artwork
borrowing and using pre-existing images with few or no changes
placing contrasting elements next to each other
changing an image and presenting it in a new way
98
during which of the following artistic movements would this painting have been created?
post impressionism
mannerism
neoclassical
medieval
99
which of the following architectural elements is featured in this photograph?
flying buttress
triangulated pediment
transept
ornamental parapet
100
which of the following describes a students use of metacognitive skills in the art classroom?
student answers an essay question about an artist's life
student uses different media than they are used to for creating artwork
student creates a sketch in their sketchbook drawn from real life
student uses a rubric to assess progress towards their goals

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