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What does the word Renaissance mean?

A
new birth
B
rebirth
C
reconstruction
D
renewal
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Assemblage is ________________

A
a technique for casting where wax is carved then heated after a mold is made, then heated so that the wax melts, leaving an impression.
B
an additive process where artists construct work by putting together objects and attaches them in some way.
C
a substitution process in which the artist models an image in a soft medium such as wax, and then replaces it with something more durable such as bronze.
D
the use of tools to chip away at a base in order to produce the sculpture.
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Black figure painting is ____________________

A
a hard, white, translucent ceramic that is made by firing kaolin and other materials.
B
an advanced technique allowing for more detailed figures.
C
a process in which the outside rim is designed with geometric patterns consisting of horizontal and vertical lines.
D
an ancient Greek technique in which the figures appear as black silhouettes on red background.
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What is Bramante credited with?

A
He introduced the High Renaissance style of architecture.
B
He designed the first grotto.
C
He designed the Vitruvian man.
D
all of the above
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Which of the following is not true of the terracotta soldiers?

A
The terracotta soldiers were found in Shaanxi.
B
The terracotta soldiers were originally painted, however most of the paint has worn away over time.
C
The emperor guarded by the terracotta soldiers is considered China’s strongest leader throughout all of history.
D
The terracotta soldiers carried spears. swords, daggers, and axes.
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What is a pilgrimage church?

A
A church frequently visited because of the relics of saints.
B
A church where pilgrims would worship.
C
Both A and B
D
Neither A nor B
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Symbolism is ____________________

A
an expression, practice, or usage of cultural characteristics.
B
the likeness of someone,usually painted or sculpted.
C
a memorial, a lasting remembrance, evidence by displaying another image in its place.
D
the art of using symbols, or having symbolic meaning.
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What physical characteristic does Michelangelo commonly used in his frescoes?

A
All the bodies have long torsos.
B
All the faces look similar.
C
He uses strong muscular forms.
D
all of the above
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What was the Foundling Hospital?

A
a hospital founded by the Medici family
B
a public orphanage that was constructed by the Medici family
C
a hospital that was built by Michelangelo
D
a public orphanage that was constructed by Brunelleschi
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Which of these forms is a common feature in Romanesque architecture?

A
domes
B
towers
C
columns
D
all of the above
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If a piece of glass permits light to pass through, then it is considered ___________.

A
transparent
B
reflective
C
transmitting
D
absorbent
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What is a grotto?

A
a garden in front of the churches
B
a recess typically made of irregular stones and covered with artificial foliage
C
a stone pathway leading to the back of the nave of the church
D
none of the above
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Which of the following is an example of Ottonian architecture?

A
clerestory
B
gallery
C
arcade
D
all of the above
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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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Which of the following is true about Flemish painting?

A
the art was both symbolic and realistic
B
the art was symbolic but not realistic
C
the art was usually non-representational
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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.
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Art is often controversial because __________________

A
artists use the elements of art in creative ways, which often offend the public.
B
art is almost always based on religious beliefs or cultural circumstances.
C
artists and observers have varying ideas of what art is.
D
art is no longer a respected profession.
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Which of the following is not one of da Vinci's contributions to technology?

A
effect of the moon on tides
B
modern theory on the formations of the continents
C
precise observations of human anatomy
D
ideas for space travel
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The three components of painting media are ________________________.

A
pigment, vehicle, and media.
B
vehicle, binder, and pigment.
C
binder, media, and water.
D
vehicle, arabic, and pigment.
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Which of the following is not true of women’s hand?

A
It had a refined, subtle emotional impact.
B
It was used mainly by secular painters.
C
It was characterized by delicate lines and asymmetrical compositions.
D
It was a style only used by women.

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