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a painting that shows hunting equipment, including a horn, net, bow, arrow, and birdcage, and uses intricately realistic lines, shapes, and colors to create an illusion of real objects
Option A
B
a painting that shows playing cards on a table and is done in a cubist style using simplified, overlapping shapes
Option B
C
a still-life painting that shows bottles and fruit on a table and is made using short, thick dabs of paint
Option C
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Realistic art is intended to show ____________________

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something that are easily recognizable.
B
objects as they appear in natural habitats, but unflawed and perfect.
C
recognizable forms such as a figure.
D
object as they truly appear, without necessarily providing emotion or an experience.
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In a work of art, what is the subject?

A
What is being represented in the piece.
B
The recognizable forms such as a figure.
C
Refers to the feelings created by a piece.
D
The visible elements of a piece.
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What method of art analysis considers the underlying unconscious meaning of an artwork?

A
Psychoanalysis
B
Non-Structuralism
C
Deconstruction
D
Structuralism
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Look at the photograph.

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It reflects an overall feeling of peace and tranquility.
B
It illustrates the idea that nature can be easily controlled.
C
It reflects an overall feeling of mystery and wonder.
D
It illustrates the idea that nature is often surprising.
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How the art relates to the artist's personal concept of self is referred to as ______________

A
Structuralism
B
Formalism
C
Deconstruction
D
Non-Structuralism
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Look at the painting.

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the shadows that cover the subjects
B
the mysteriousness of the setting
C
the subjects’ body language
D
the brightly colored clothing
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Which of the following is not a category of form in art?

A
representational art
B
abstract art
C
realistic art
D
objective art
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If a Structuralist was to look at this painting, what would he/she observe?

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A grain stack in a natural landscape.
B
The shadow cast by the grain stack, indicating the setting of the sun, as sign of hope.
C
The symbolism presented by the colors and light used.
D
A farm field, a hill in the background, and the misplacement of the grain stack.
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What is Deconstruction in art?

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The method that interprets artworks in the light of their economic and social contexts.
B
Interpretations should not focus on signs and symbols, but rather analyze the piece for what it is.
C
The artwork is expressing something about the artist's life.
D
A branch of analysis that questions traditional assumptions about what we see, think, or do.
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This piece is an example of _______________.

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subject matter
B
representational art
C
impressionist art
D
naturalistic art
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The artwork above is by _______(1)________ and is an example of _______(2)________.

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(1) Henri Matisse; (2) autobiographical art
B
(1) Edouard Manet; (2) biographical art
C
(1) Frida Kahlo; (2) Psychoanalysis
D
(1) Claude Manet; (2) Structuralism
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A woodcut print showing two adults and a child with agonized expressions and made using black ink, strong lines, and simple shapes.

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A limited color palette allows for a subtle expression of emotion.
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The contrast between the two colors adds to the anguish in the figures.
Option
The use of only two colors adds detail to the artist’s subjects.
Option
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In a work of art, the arrangement of visual elements is known as the ____________.

A
content
B
design
C
subject
D
form
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Art that conforms to an idea of something, such as beauty, status, or power is called _____________.

A
naturalistic
B
idealistic
C
realistic
D
abstract
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Choose the best answer below. How is this an autobiographical piece of art?

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It presents imagery of how society controls and hurts all people.
B
It shows the relationship the artist had with nature.
C
It shows the pain and suffering experienced by the artist.
D
It contrasts society’s version of beauty with the artist’s.
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1. A painting of Rouen Cathedral that focuses on how weather and time of day affect color and mood and that is made using visible brushstrokes and cool, pastel colors, 2. A painting of Rouen Cathedral that focuses on how weather and time of day affect color and mood and that is made using visible brushstrokes and warm, pastel colors.

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The warm and cool colors show how light appears at different times of day.
B
The bold colors create a sense of variety and contrast.
C
The lifelike colors help show the buildings in a highly realistic style.
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This painting is by James Whistler, and is entitled, Symphony in Blue and Pink. What is the subject matter of this piece?

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The mood established by the colors and the musical feel created by the brushstrokes.
B
The arrangement of the women so that they are vertically symmetrical.
C
The experience and memories shared by the four figures in the painting.
D
The four figures standing on the beach.
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Which form of art allows the observer to learn about the artist through his/her work?

A
Deconstruction
B
Psychoanalysis
C
Non-Structuralism
D
Biographical
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What is autobiographical art?

A
Artwork expressing something about the artist's life.
B
Artwork that relates to the artists personal concept of self and their place in society.
C
Artwork that tells of the artist's family life.
D
Artwork that considers the underlying unconscious meaning of an artwork.

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