Neoclassical architecture often features [__] inspired by [__}

columns, ancient classical temples

In Houdon’s George Washington, the former president stands with a plow, referencing Cincinnatus. Why?

To reference Washington's return to a farmer's life after being in power.

What meaning does the reclining pose of the main subject of Olympia (Manet) ellicit?

Confrontational—the woman regards the viewer coldly and confidently

Why was Les Desmoiselles d’Avignon considered revolutionary to the female nude?

it heavily abstracted the female body while also objectifying the subjects

The subject matter of the work below emulates which of the following religious traditions?

lamentation, a traditional Christian motif of Christ's followers mourning

Muybridge used a [_] and the medical phenomenon of [_] to settle a bet with the CA governor about a horse's gallop.

Zoopraxiscope; Persistence of Vision

Ingres’ La Grande Odalisque received heavy criticism due to

The elongated proportions and a lack of realism

What techniques does Joseph Turner use to create emotion in his painting, Slave Ship?

He uses rapid brushwork and employs a symbolic use of color.

What is one recognizable characteristic of Gustav Klimt's artworks like The Kiss?

Detail and fascination in hands compared to hidden faces

The severed hand in Kirchner’s Self portrait as a soldier

shows fear the war would destroy his creativity, traumatize his generation

Daguerre’s Artist’s Studio/Still Life with Plaster Casts celebrates light and the sun through classical allusions like

The presence of putti + a ram’s head statue, referencing the sun god Helios

Based on the technique, which of the following artworks is Paul Cezanne's Mont Sainte Victoire is most similar to?

Starry night by Vincent Van Gogh

Which of the following attributes CANNOT be found in Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun's painted Self-Portrait?

A traditional Rococo color pallette

For the cantilevers in Wright’s Fallingwater, the material he uses is..

Reinforced concrete, to create long, suspended balconies

The architectural style of the Palace of Westminster, rebuilt in the 19th century, is best described as:

Gothic Revival, emulating the verticality + decoration of medieval design

In The Steerage by Alfred Stieglitz, what does the through line of the bridge represent?

The class disparity and the treatment of the impoverished.

Based on context of The Swing, what interpretation can be given to the white dog barking at the feet of the husband?

The dog represents the infidelity of the mistress to her husband

Which design element of Villa Savoye most directly reflects Le Corbusier’s embrace of modernist principles?

The use of pilotis to elevate the structure above the ground

The Carson, Pirie, Scott and Company building exemplifies the ideals of the modern architecture movement by…

Matching the architecture to the function of the building.

Monet’s Saint-Lazare Station reflects the Impressionist interest in

focuses on the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere on a scene, in urban landscapes, industrialism, and modern life

What sparked Oppenheim‘s idea for ”Object (Le Dejeuner en fourrure)”

A dinnertime conversation between artistic colleagues

How does Wilfredo Lam’s fuse surrealism and Afro-Cuban in “The Jungle”

Animals, plants, and figures merge and fuse in unexpected ways

What is the central theme of The Two Fridas?

An expression of her complex pain and her identity

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1
Neoclassical architecture often features [__] inspired by [__}
columns, ancient hypostyle halls
columns, ancient classical temples
columns, Islamic architecure
columns, early Christian architecture
2
In Houdon’s George Washington, the former president stands with a plow, referencing Cincinnatus. Why?
To show Washington's opposition to the Revolutionary War.
To reference Washington's return to a farmer's life after being in power.
To recall the plight of the soldiers who fought in the revolutionary war.
To address the reliance the United States had on slavery.
3
What meaning does the reclining pose of the main subject of Olympia (Manet) ellicit?
Confrontational—the woman regards the viewer coldly and confidently
Reverence—the woman shows a deep respect and humbling to the viewer
Laziness—the woman slumps, exhibiting sloth
Unbothered—the woman does not care to acknowledge the viewer
4
What is the architectural style of Monticello?
Gothic
Baroque
Neoclassical
Renaissance
5
Why was Les Desmoiselles d’Avignon considered revolutionary to the female nude?
It idealized the female body with soft lighting and features.
it heavily abstracted the female body while also objectifying the subjects
It followed Renaissance themes conventional female beauty.
It contained a narrative behind the female nude.
6
The painting Las Meninas actually belongs to what art historical movement?
Spanish Renaissance
Baroque
Romanticism
Renaissance
7
The subject matter of the work below emulates which of the following religious traditions?
Entombment: artwork depicting Christ’s burial after his crucifixion.
A scene from the Jewish exodus in a Haggadah.
lamentation, a traditional Christian motif of Christ's followers mourning
Andachtsbilder, an image used for private contemplation and devotion.
8
Muybridge used a [_] and the medical phenomenon of [_] to settle a bet with the CA governor about a horse's gallop.
Zoopraxiscope; Persistence of Vision
Albumen print; Ocular Merging
Persistence of Vision; Zoopraxiscope
Daguerreotype; Ocular Merging
9
Ingres’ La Grande Odalisque received heavy criticism due to
Being commissioned by the Queen of Naples
Depicting a concubine
Having a shameless subject
The elongated proportions and a lack of realism
10
What techniques does Joseph Turner use to create emotion in his painting, Slave Ship?
He uses rapid brushwork and employs a symbolic use of color.
He juxtaposes deep shadows against hard highlights.
He uses inaccurate proportions to make the ship seem larger than the sea.
He emphasizes the humanity of his subjects through their many injuries.
11
What is one recognizable characteristic of Gustav Klimt's artworks like The Kiss?
Contrapposto poses within the sculptures
Detail and fascination in hands compared to hidden faces
Swirly brush strokes full of movement
Expressive use of line and non-naturalistic colors to convey emotion
12
The severed hand in Kirchner’s Self portrait as a soldier
shamed politicians who abandoned the soldiers they sent to the front line
is a reflection on his time as a soldier through an artistic lense
shows fear the war would destroy his creativity, traumatize his generation
represented how alcoholism and drug abuse affected him during the war
13
Daguerre’s Artist’s Studio/Still Life with Plaster Casts celebrates light and the sun through classical allusions like
Emphasis of the low relief with a nude female and cupid
Composition: drapery in the corner, a wicker-covered bottle hanging by art
The presence of putti + a ram’s head statue, referencing the sun god Helios
Duration of exposure for the Daguerreotype
14
In the painting Las meninas, the brush strokes are roughly textured, similar to [__] used by [__] two centuries later
circles of confusion, Baroque
impasto, Impressionists
chirascuro, Mannerists
Manifest Destiny, Romanticism
15
Based on the technique, which of the following artworks is Paul Cezanne's Mont Sainte Victoire is most similar to?
Last supper by Leonardo da Vinci
Lying with the Wolf by Kiki Smith
Starry night by Vincent Van Gogh
The Jungle by Wilfredo Lam
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Which of the following attributes CANNOT be found in Elisabeth Louise Vigee Le Brun's painted Self-Portrait?
A traditional Rococo color pallette
The artist at work painting her subject matter
Le Brun dressed in high-born clothing rather than painters clothes
Direct eye contact with the viewer
17
This image is an example of which of the following art movements?
Neoclassicism
Romanticism
European Baroque
Neoplasticism
18
For the cantilevers in Wright’s Fallingwater, the material he uses is..
Wood, to stay in touch with the connection to nature
Steel, to provide structural support & stability
Reinforced concrete, to create long, suspended balconies
Reinforced concrete, to properly support the structure
19
The architectural style of the Palace of Westminster, rebuilt in the 19th century, is best described as:
Romanesque, featuring rounded arches and massive walls
Neoclassical, characterized by its symmetry and classical
Baroque, showcasing dramatic curves and elaborate decoration
Gothic Revival, emulating the verticality + decoration of medieval design
20
In The Steerage by Alfred Stieglitz, what does the through line of the bridge represent?
Stieglitz experience with societal pressure and standards.
The class disparity and the treatment of the impoverished.
The difference btw the realism of photography and the fantasy of paintings.
The native culture of immigrants v. to the existing culture in the US
21
Based on context of The Swing, what interpretation can be given to the white dog barking at the feet of the husband?
The dog represents the love between the mistress and her lover
The dog represents the infidelity of the mistress to her husband
The dog represents the love between the mistress and her husband
The dog represents the husband’s discontent with the mistress
22
Which design element of Villa Savoye most directly reflects Le Corbusier’s embrace of modernist principles?
The incorporation of traditional French architectural motifs
The use of pilotis to elevate the structure above the ground
The integration of natural materials like stone and wood
The asymmetrical facade and irregular floor plan
23
The Carson, Pirie, Scott and Company building exemplifies the ideals of the modern architecture movement by…
Matching the architecture to the function of the building.
Using little outside ornamentation.
Emphasis on stylized geometric patterns and sharp edges.
Adoption of classical style as a rejection of modern industrialism.
24
Monet’s Saint-Lazare Station reflects the Impressionist interest in
focuses on the fleeting effects of light and atmosphere on a scene
the realistic depiction of interior space
in urban landscapes, industrialism, and modern life
capturing fleeting life and movement through the activity of the station
25
What sparked Oppenheim‘s idea for ”Object (Le Dejeuner en fourrure)”
A furry animal appearing in his home
The feathers of a duck in a local pond
A neighbors dog and its fluffy taupe coat
A dinnertime conversation between artistic colleagues
26
The Burghers of Calais shows councilmen in a weakened, defeated state. Which artwork also evokes a sense of pathos?
Seated Boxer
Liberty Leading the People
George Washington
Olympia
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How does Wilfredo Lam’s fuse surrealism and Afro-Cuban in “The Jungle”
Excluding elements of a typical landscape
Sugarcane being in the jungle setting
Animals, plants, and figures merge and fuse in unexpected ways
Depicting realistic figures within an everyday environment
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What is the central theme of The Two Fridas?
Frida Khalo’s religious devotion
Commentary on the colonial conquests on Latin America
An expression of her complex pain and her identity
An exploration of Aztec mythology

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