Topic Test

Question 1

What were the main differences between French and English Baroque painting?

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French Baroque painting had a strong Italian Baroque influence, not seen as much in English painting.

Question 2

What was Christopher Wren’s focus after much of London burned in 1666, and how did his plans change?

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After the Great Fire of London in 1666, Christopher Wren proposed a grand redesign with broad streets and open spaces. The plan was not adopted because rebuilding needed to begin quickly and existing property boundaries made a complete redesign difficult. Wren instead focused on rebuilding many of London’s churches, including St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Question 3

What were Rembrandt’s pieces characterized by?

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naturalism and extreme drama

Question 4

Where did Peter Paul Rubens get most of his inspiration for the image below?

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Answers may vary. Italian Baroque masters and the Flemish tradition

Question 5

What common theme is present in Spanish Baroque art?

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Biblical or religious scenes

Question 6

Where on the church pictured above can you locate evidence of Baroque influence?

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The facade contains deep porticos which cause a dramatic play of light and shadow.

Question 7

How does the artist create movement in the painting above?

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The figures move diagonally to create a triangular composition.

Question 8

Which of these artists was one of the first Dutch still life painters?

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Pieter Claesz

Question 9

Most of the artwork in England was produced to______________________.

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keep family records

Question 10

Which of the following best describes some of the most important characteristics of Baroque art?

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dramatic, exuberant, ornate

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