Baroque Art IV: France and England Answers

Why is the image above considered the epitome of French Baroque? a. There is symmetry of the buildings. b. There is a monochromatic color scheme. c. It is theatrical, exuberant and lavish. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Who expanded the Palace of Versailles to its present size?a.Louis Xb.Louis XIVc.Georges de la Tourd.Antoine Le Nain

What was Nicolas Poussin’s art known to be?a.clear, detailedb.orderly, arrangedc.simplisticd.overt, dramatic

Why would the painting above be considered Baroque? 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. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

What does the light do in the painting above? a. It creates a mysterious mood. b. It creates peacefulness and tranquility. c. It creates an upbeat mood. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following was an architect who dominated English Baroque architecture?a.Christopher Pennb.Christopher de la Tourc.Christopher Wrend.Christopher Jens

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.

What is the significance of the painted vault ceilings in the image above? 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 Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Where on the church pictured above can you locate evidence of Baroque influence? 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 Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following artists had a direct influence on the artist of the above painting? a. Titian b. Correggio c. Caravaggio d. Pouissin Please select the best answer from the choices provided