Realism

Question 1

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the term “gleaning”?

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Gleaning was a form of relief offered to the rural poor.

Question 2

What is gleaning?

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gathering leftover grain

Question 3

Who painted the image above?

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Honore Daumier

Question 4

Prior to 1848, monumental canvasses were reserved for _________________.

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heroic subjects and pictures of the powerful

Question 5

How did art change in the mid 19th century?

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There was a new belief that art should record the life of everyday people.

Question 6

Who painted the image above?

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Gustave Courbet

Question 7

Why were Realist artists drawn to their subject matter?

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They wanted to record the life of everyday people and everyday activities.

Question 8

Which of the following was a controversial issue concerning the painting above?

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all of the above

Question 9

How does the painting above clearly represent Realism?

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the honest and striking expressions of the subjects

Question 10

Based on your knowledge of Realism, which of the following scenes would a Realist artist most likely want to paint?

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a single mother with her children on the subway

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