Cumulative Exam — Cumulative exam Answers

If you examine the images below, you will notice they are examples of sculpture. Which would not be considered an example of an environment sculpture? a. c. b. d. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

The picture above shows a ______________, which was first used between 3300 and 3100 BCE in order to ensure that no unauthorized person could gain access to whatever was being sealed. a. stylus seal c. cylinder seal b. cuneiform seal d. Sumerian seal Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A(n) ____________ is a licensed person who leads a team in the planning and design of a building or house.a.draftsmanc.computer designerb.architectd.designer

The primary difference between a high relief and a low relief is that _________________a.a high relief must project at least halfway off the background.b.a low relief is carved into the background, where as a high relief is projected out.c.low reliefs are found only in Egyptian tombs and in Grecian art.d.a high relief must project no more than one-half of its images from the background.

In 1491, King Nzinga converted the Kongo Kingdom to Christianity. Which of the following was not true in the Kongo Kingdom after 1491? a. Trade between the Kongo and neighboring nations was solidified. b. The wealth of the Kongos increased dramatically. c. Royal and religious regalia figures were mostly made of terracotta. d. The increased trade led to an further production in textiles and regalia. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A freestanding sculpture _________________a.is the type of sculpture which most resembles painting.b.is surrounded by space on all sides, allowing it to be viewed from multiple perspectives..c.contains objects embedded in a ground surface.d.has less projection from the background plane than high relief.

Slip is an artistic technique in which _____________________ a. a thin clay based liquid which is used in the production of ceramics as either a glue to hold pieces together, or as a paint. b. at least two elements are mixed to make a single metal sheet that can then be modeled through a process of hammering or melting. c. a style of painting in which a white layer, which is then covered in light brown washes is applied. Finally, the images are outlined in dark brown or black. d. a simplified strategy that is not concrete. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A(n) _____________ is a representation of a person, especially in the sculpture form.a.Buddhac.mandalab.effigyd.dogu

If a piece of glass permits light to pass through, then it is considered ___________.a.transparentc.transmittingb.reflectived.absorbent

Calligraphy _________________a.was considered a sacred and respectable form of art.b.can be found only in Islamic art.c.was used along side figural imagery.d.was first used by Islamic artists during the 15th century.

Which is not true about the Upper Paleolithic period?a.People made tools by chipping flint pebbles into blades and scrapers that had sharp edges. b.Humans and animal forms begin to be seen in art.c.The period took place between 40,000 and 4,000 BCE.d.In cave art, Artists used the cave’s irregularities to create images.

This is an example of a ________________ because it not only shows skills and beauty, but was also created to hold or transport something. a. piece of functional art c. piece of fine art b. practical vase Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is not true of Korean Maebyeong bottles? a. Korean potters used a celadon-high fired glaze of pale, bluish green hue to make Maebyong bottles. b. Korean pottery rivaled the best Chinese court ceramics. c. Maebyeong bottles were made of different materials and qualities so that everyone would be able to own one. d. Many examples were found in an artificial cave temple. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Which of the following is not true of silver?a.It has the highest electrical conductivity of all metals.b.It is a precious metal used to make ornaments, jewelry, and utensils.c.It is a copper alloy, usually mixed tin as the main additive.d.It is very ductile and malleable, slightly harder than gold.

____________ provides the architect opportunity to electronically plan and place elements of a building.a.CATIAc.CADb.Draftingd.Landscape software

Which of the following is not true of Japanese pottery during the Jomon period?a.The pots often displayed an artistically playful spirit.b.During the Jomon period, pots were made using coil technique. c.Pieces of Jomon pottery held magic powers of good fortune.d. The pots were used mainly for cooking.

Which of the following is not true of the sculpture above? a. The intertwined plants below the throne symbolize Khafre’s rule of both Upper and Lower Egypt. b. The man’s head is held by Horus, the falcon god, which is a display of protection. c. The lions form the throne’s legs, symbolizing strength and power. d. The sculpture was never completed, but the reason is unknown. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A relief sculpture is __________________a.a three-dimensional form of art that is meant to be seen from all sides.b.a sculpture that has a relationship with its surrounding and religious significance.c.a type of sculpture that contains objects embedded in a ground surface.d.a form of site specific work, which is designed to affect the way a space is experienced.

All of the following are types of artistic techniques that use fibers, except which?a.glass blowingc.basketryb.sewingd.weaving

The exterior of an architectural structure is called the _____________.a.skeletonc.facadeb.post-and-linteld.shell