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Where on the church pictured above can you locate evidence of Baroque influence?

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A
There are dramatic towers on both sides of the dome.
B
The frieze has a detailed, ornate, bas relief.
C
The facade contains deep porticos which cause a dramatic play of light and shadow.
D
none of the above
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What Baroque characteristic can you identify in the piece above?

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contrasting areas of light and shadow
B
tenebrism
C
strongly emotional
D
all of the above
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Why is the image above considered the epitome of French Baroque?

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A
There is symmetry of the buildings.
B
There is a monochromatic color scheme.
C
It is theatrical, exuberant and lavish.
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Who is the artist of the painting above?

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A
Poussin
B
Christopher Wren
C
Antoine Le Nain
D
The artist is unknown.
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Which of the following was an architect who dominated English Baroque architecture?

A
Christopher Penn
B
Christopher de la Tour
C
Christopher Wren
D
Christopher Jens
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Which of the following was an architect who dominated English Baroque architecture?

A
Christopher Penn
B
Christopher de la Tour
C
Christopher Wren
D
Christopher Jens
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What does the light do in the painting above?

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A
It creates a mysterious mood.
B
It creates peacefulness and tranquility.
C
It creates an upbeat mood.
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Most of the artwork in England was produced to______________________.

A
honor the family
B
give as gifts
C
keep family records
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What is the significance of the painted vault ceilings in the image above?

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A
They were modeled after the Parma Cathedral.
B
They celebrate the military triumphs of Louis XIV.
C
They became the prototype for future buildings in France.
D
all of the above
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Why would the painting above be considered Baroque?

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A
The dresses of the woman and child are extremely ornate and fancy.
B
Emotion is present in the face of the mother and there is a strong contrast between the figures in the foreground and the dark background.
C
The details of rich patterns and fabrics create emotion in the image.
D
The painting was done by an extremely famous Baroque artist.
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Which of the following artists had a direct influence on the artist of the above painting?

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A
Titian
B
Correggio
C
Caravaggio
D
Pouissin
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What was Nicolas Poussin’s art known to be?

A
clear, detailed
B
orderly, arranged
C
simplistic
D
overt, dramatic
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What were the main differences between French and English Baroque painting?

A
English Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.
B
French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting.
C
English Baroque painting displayed high contrast of light and shadow.
D
English Baroque painting had a strong Dutch Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.
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Why would the painting above be considered Baroque?

Question illustration
A
The dresses of the woman and child are extremely ornate and fancy.
B
Emotion is present in the face of the mother and there is a strong contrast between the figures in the foreground and the dark background.
C
The details of rich patterns and fabrics create emotion in the image.
D
The painting was done by an extremely famous Baroque artist.
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Why is the image above considered the epitome of French Baroque?

Question illustration
A
There is symmetry of the buildings.
B
There is a monochromatic color scheme.
C
It is theatrical, exuberant and lavish.
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What was Nicolas Poussin’s art known to be?

A
clear, detailed
B
orderly, arranged
C
simplistic
D
overt, dramatic
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What is the name of the piece above?

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A
Landscape with Socrates on a Hill
B
Landscape of Ruin
C
Landscape with Saint John on Patmos
D
Saint Peter on the Isle of Patmos
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What does the light do in the painting above?

Question illustration
A
It creates a mysterious mood.
B
It creates peacefulness and tranquility.
C
It creates an upbeat mood.
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What is the significance of the painted vault ceilings in the image above?

Question illustration
A
They were modeled after the Parma Cathedral.
B
They celebrate the military triumphs of Louis XIV.
C
They became the prototype for future buildings in France.
D
all of the above
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What were the main differences between French and English Baroque painting?

A
English Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.
B
French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting.
C
English Baroque painting displayed high contrast of light and shadow.
D
English Baroque painting had a strong Dutch Baroque influence, not seen as much in French painting.

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