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Examine the lithograph by Escher and answer the question below. In order to create space, Escher created space by ____________________

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varying the sizes of the objects to create and illusion of depth.
B
curving the forms of certain objects, such as the bookshelf and ceiling, in order to create the 3-dimensional sphere of the mirror.
C
leading the eye to a primary focal point (the man), and the rounding everything out.
D
including all of the above aspects.
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The art of using and understanding space involves _______________

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varying the size of objects or subjects, so that some are smaller than others and the illusion of depth is created.
B
showing a change from light to dark in an object by darkening areas that would have a shadow.
C
placing part of one shape or form in front of another.
D
all of the above.
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In Van Gogh’s Starry Night, he incorporated symbolic expression, using the visual elements of art, through all of the following actions, except which?

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The stars appear to interact with nature and the environment below, rather than being above it as they often appear in various other pieces of art.
B
The houses are painted small and seem to almost blend into the ground.
C
The artist has created the piece so that the negative space overpowers the positive space.
D
The cedar trees and mountains seem to be reaching for the sky.
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Objects in a composition occupy ____________.

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negative space
B
the forefront
C
symbolic form
D
positive space
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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Define the term sfumato. Name the above fresco and its artist. Explain how the artist used sfumato in his/her piece.

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Sfumato is a technique in which colors and tones blend softly into one another, without sharp outlines. The fresco is *The Assumption of the Virgin* by Correggio. He used sfumato to softly blend the clouds, figures, and light. These gradual transitions help create an atmospheric sense of depth and movement.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Explain the differences between shade, shading, and shadow.

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A shade is a darker version of a color, usually made by adding black. Shading is the use of lighter and darker values to make a form look three-dimensional. A shadow is the dark area formed when an object blocks light, either on the object itself or on a surface nearby.

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Answer the following question in 3-4 complete sentences. Name the piece above and its painter. How has the artist used symbolic expression in this painting? Include 3 examples/descriptions.

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The painting is *The Starry Night* by Vincent van Gogh. The swirling sky gives the scene a sense of movement and intense emotion. The bright moon and stars can suggest hope or spiritual light, while the towering cypress reaching toward the sky may symbolize a connection between earth and heaven or thoughts of mortality. The peaceful village below contrasts with the restless sky, adding to the painting’s symbolic expression.

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Answer the following question in 1-2 complete sentences.

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The question text is missing, so I cannot provide an accurate answer.

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Examine the lithograph by Escher and answer the question below. In order to create space, Escher created space by ____________________

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A
varying the sizes of the objects to create and illusion of depth.
B
curving the forms of certain objects, such as the bookshelf and ceiling, in order to create the 3-dimensional sphere of the mirror.
C
leading the eye to a primary focal point (the man), and the rounding everything out.
D
including all of the above aspects.

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