Monkey Master

Question 1

Which of the following is a quality of Congo’s painting that the author of “Monkey Master” most clearly admires?

Accepted Answer

the interesting, beautiful use of colors and shapes

Question 2

Which of the following is the most likely meaning of the word flautist?

Accepted Answer

one who is skilled in playing the flute

Question 3

Desmond Morris helped Congo make his paintings. Which answer best describes the help Morris gave?

Accepted Answer

Morris gave Congo art supplies and a special high chair to help him paint.

Question 4

In this passage, what point is the writer most clearly making?

Accepted Answer

Congo's work shows a sense of form and design that is eerily like a human

Question 5

Which of the following is the best definition of abstract as it applies to art?

Accepted Answer

using shapes and colors that do not represent things

Question 6

What is the main question that the author raises in “Monkey Master”?

Accepted Answer

whether paintings by an animal can be considered art

Question 7

If a person is a purist about food, which of the following is most likely to be true?

Accepted Answer

The person accepts only certain ways of cooking food.

Question 8

Which of the following is most clearly an aesthetic choice?

Accepted Answer

which color curtains to buy for a room

Question 9

Which of the following is background information the writer feels could have been better covered in the exhibition?

Accepted Answer

to what extent Morris influenced Congo's paintings

Question 10

What is one meaning of the Greek suffix -ist?

Accepted Answer

one who believes in

Question 11

Which quote expresses the writer's reactions to Congo's paintings?

Accepted Answer

An audacious pink splodge at the center plays a delicate game of tag across

Question 12

In “Monkey Master,” what general conclusion does the author reach?

Accepted Answer

By appreciating ape art, humans show their ability to find beauty in things

Question 13

Which quote supports the writer's general conclusion?

Accepted Answer

Confronted by a pleasing assortment of abstract shapes, we humans have a wo

Question 14

Which best summarizes the writer’s reaction to Congo’s paintings in “Monkey Master”?

Accepted Answer

He is impressed by the skill and good judgment Congo's paintings show.

Question 15

Who or what is the main subject of “Monkey Master”?

Accepted Answer

a chimpanzee whose paintings are featured in an exhibition

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