15th Century: Italy III Answers

Which of the following best describes how Donatello’s David is depicted?a.remorsefulb.angular, boyish, and with confidencec.flamboyant, arrogantd.muscular, a powerful masculine figure

What was Masaccio best known for? a.his perfect execution of showing depthb.his creativityc.his interest in perspective, architectural style, and classical sculptured.none of the above

How does Donatello’s depiction of Mary Magdalene deviate from others?a.He used a different medium than other sculptors.b.He shows her true beauty more than other artists.c.He shows her as emaciated and ragged.d.none of the above

What characteristic of Donatello’s work helps to define him?a.He explored human emotions and expressions.b.He had a perfect sense of the human form.c.His sculptures all have a similar face.d.all of the above

Which of the following is considered one of the most famous pieces of art of the Renaissance? a.Gates of Gloryb.Gates of Paradisec.Gates of Goldd.Gates of Purgatory

How was the artist for The Gates of Paradise chosen?a.The artist begged to be chosen.b.The pope chose the artist.c.Artists competed for the opportunity.d.Multiple artists worked on the project.

What techniques were used in the creation of the piece above? a. mathematics and linear perspective b. linear perspective and sfumato c. chiaroscuro and linear perspective d. all of the above Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Masaccio is regarded as one of the most ____________ of the Early Renaissance painters. a.artisticb.creativec.innovatived.successful

What part of the image above best shows how Masaccio uses perspective? a. the top of the barrel vault b. the middle of the barrel vault c. the center of Christ d. the figure in the lower right Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which artist created the masterpiece seen above? a. Michelangelo b. Brunelleschi c. Ghiberti d. Donatello Please select the best answer from the choices provided