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A visual metaphor is effective because _________________.

A
it provides a way to pass down stories from generation to generation.
B
it is the only known artistic method that allows artists to convey both his/her tastes and ideas at the same time.
C
it is a visual representation of a group or culture’s beliefs, which can be understood by all people.
D
it allows an artist to use one or more images to replace another, in order to convey a message or idea.
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Which famous Roman author was quoted as saying, “Art was inspired by nature, a work of art differs from nature because an artist will transform nature into art.”?

A
Rembrandt van Rijn
B
Marcus Fabius Quintilian
C
William Shakespeare
D
Leonardo da Vinci
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Medium is _____________

A
the materials used by an artist.
B
the aesthetic balance an artist achieves in his/her work of art.
C
the relation of one part to another, or of parts to the whole.
D
a reproduction of people, places, or things.
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Examine the work of art below. Choose the best answer to fill in the blank. Winslow Homer’s, Shore and Surf (above), is an example of how artists take elements from the environment to _____________

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record an image for future generations.
B
transform and represent their mood and messages.
C
show the fierce power and energy of nature.
D
represent current thoughts and philosophies.
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The above painting is Michelangelo Buonarroti’s, Last Judgement. He was able to include so much detail and meaning because of his own ________.

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A
inspiration
B
technique
C
understanding of theology and the Bible
D
use of metaphor
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Hercules, the Great Warrior, and the history behind the saying, “an elephant never forgets,” are both examples of what type of artistic inspiration?

A
belief
B
dream
C
visual metaphor
D
myth/legend
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Which of the following is not true regarding the use and importance of symmetry?

A
It is achieved when parts of an object are arranged along an imaginary center line.
B
It gives a work of art aesthetic appeal.
C
It creates differentiation between each part through the use of dimension and scale.
D
It provides balance for the over all design of a piece of art.
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What is the difference between design and technique?

A
Design refers to the overall organization of a work of art, where as technique refers to the materials the artist uses.
B
Technique refers to the aesthetic balance created by the artist through the use of symmetry, where as design refers to the contrasts and intensity achieved through the artist’s choice of materials.
C
Technique refers to the balance and aesthetic appeal of a work of art, where as design refers to the way the artist used the materials to create a desired outcome or impression.
D
Design refers to the overall organization of a work of art, where as technique refers to the way the artist used the materials to create a desired outcome or impression.
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The oil painting above entitled, The Dream, uses visual metaphor. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

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T
B
F
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Portraits were considered extremely important in early history because they were _____________

A
a sign of wealth and recognition.
B
the only method for recording images of people.
C
the only accepted form of art, and therefore the only method for artists to earn an income.
D
popularized by Rembrandt, who was and is considered the greatest philosopher of the Renaissance.
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He needs Lanyon’s help and is grateful for it.He dislikes writing letters.He does not want to ask a friend for help.

A
He needs Lanyon’s help and is grateful for it.
B
He dislikes writing letters.
C
He does not want to ask a friend for help.
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How does Dr. Jekyll’s letter move the plot forward?

A
After reading the letter, Dr. Lanyon goes to Dr. Jekyll’s house and argues with him.
B
After reading the letter, Dr. Lanyon forms a plan with Mr. Utterson to help Dr. Jekyll.
C
After reading the letter, Dr. Lanyon reports Dr. Jekyll to the police.
D
After reading the letter, Dr. Lanyon breaks into Dr. Jekyll’s cabinet and takes his drawer.
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How does this part of the letter create suspense? Check all that apply.

A
by describing a mysterious visitor
B
by describing an ordinary visitor
C
by not stating the identity of the visitor
D
by revealing Dr. Lanyon’s feelings about the visitor
E
by calling the visitor “laughable”
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What important event in the plot does Dr. Lanyon’s letter reveal?

A
Mr. Hyde confessed to the murder of Dr. Jekyll.
B
Dr. Lanyon knew what was wrong with Dr. Jekyll all along.
C
Mr. Hyde is holding Dr. Jekyll captive.
D
Mr. Hyde and Dr. Jekyll are the same person.
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In five to six sentences, summarize the events in "Dr. Lanyon’s Narrative.” Think about the chapter’s important details and events.

Answer:

Dr. Lanyon receives a letter from Dr. Jekyll desperately asking him to retrieve a specific drawer from Jekyll's laboratory. Lanyon follows the instructions, takes the drawer home, and awaits a visitor who arrives at midnight. This visitor, a small and disturbing man, creates a chemical mixture using the ingredients from the drawer. After drinking the potion, the man agonizingly transforms into Dr. Jekyll right before Lanyon’s eyes. This shocking revelation that Jekyll and Hyde are the same person causes Lanyon to fall into a state of physical and mental decline.

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Jekyll thanks Dr. Lanyon for his help.Jekyll does not give a reason for his requestJekyll threatens Dr. Lanyon.

A
Jekyll thanks Dr. Lanyon for his help.
B
Jekyll does not give a reason for his request
C
Jekyll threatens Dr. Lanyon.
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What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

A
central ideas of the chapter
B
only the most important details
C
my own words
D
objective language
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A visual artist is someone who ________________

A
captures the meaning and importance of a subject through visual representation instead of words.
B
seeks art in all images and has the talent to create a realistic portrayal of the images.
C
captures moments in time, including their visual and emotional significance.
D
is recognized for their ability to create any type of art, although most often prefers one medium over another.

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