What was the main goal of Impressionist painters?

To capture fleeting moments of light and color

Why did Impressionists often paint the same subject at different times of the day?

To show changes in light and atmosphere

What was the subject matter of many Impressionist paintings?

Everyday life, modern city scenes, and leisure activities

What is the meaning of "en plein air" painting?

Painting outdoors to capture natural light and atmosphere

Why were Impressionist paintings criticized when they were first exhibited?

They used bright colors and loose brushwork that looked unfinished

How did Impressionist painters apply paint to their canvases?

With short, visible brushstrokes and dabs of color

Pierre-Auguste Renoir was known for painting which type of scenes?

Juxtaposing small strokes of pure color

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1
What was the main goal of Impressionist painters?
To capture fleeting moments of light and color
To create highly detailed, realistic paintings
To paint only religious and historical scenes
To use dark colors and strong outlines
2
Which artist is considered the leader of the Impressionist movement?
Pablo Picasso
Vincent van Gogh
Claude Monet
Salvador Dalí
3
Why did Impressionists often paint the same subject at different times of the day?
Because they ran out of new ideas
To show changes in light and atmosphere
Because they couldn’t finish in one sitting
To practice different painting techniques
4
What was the subject matter of many Impressionist paintings?
Dramatic scenes from history
Mythological and religious themes
Everyday life, modern city scenes, and leisure activities
Abstract shapes and patterns
5
What is the meaning of "en plein air" painting?
Painting landscapes from imagination
Painting outdoors to capture natural light and atmosphere
Painting indoors with artificial light
Using only a palette knife to apply paint
6
Why were Impressionist paintings criticized when they were first exhibited?
They used bright colors and loose brushwork that looked unfinished
They were too similar to classical Renaissance art
They lacked historical or religious significance
They were too small and detailed
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How did Impressionist painters apply paint to their canvases?
With short, visible brushstrokes and dabs of color
By scratching into the paint to create texture
Using thin, blended layers for a smooth finish
With strict outlines and careful shading
8
What was the title of Claude Monet’s painting that gave the Impressionist movement its name?
Impression, Sunrise
The Starry Night
Water Lilies
The Scream
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Pierre-Auguste Renoir was known for painting which type of scenes?
Juxtaposing small strokes of pure color
Glazing
Grisaille
Pointillism

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