Hokusai Vocab Quiz

What does the term "Apprentice" refer to?

• A skilled professional

• A young person learning from a more experienced person

• A type of artwork

• A historical figure

Which of the following best describes the term "Background" in art?

• The main subject of a painting

• The lightest part of the artwork

• The part of the artwork that appears farthest from the viewer

• The frame around the artwork

What is "Calligraphy" commonly known for?

• A type of sculpture

• Beautiful handwriting

• A painting technique

• A digital art form

What does "Composition" refer to in the context of art?

• The age of the artwork

• The materials used in artwork

• How elements are arranged in artwork

• The popularity of the artwork

What is "Engraving"?

• A method of painting

• A digital art technique

• A printmaking process using metal plates

• A type of modern sculpture

What is the definition of "Foreground" in the context of a picture?

• The part of a picture that is closest to the viewer and often at the bottom of the picture.

• The part of a picture that is farthest from the viewer.

• The central part of a picture that connects the foreground and background.

• The uppermost part of a picture that includes elements like the sky or ceiling.

Which group of artists is known for painting scenes of everyday life with vivid color and attention to light changes?

• Baroque painters

• Impressionists

• Cubists

• Surrealists

What does the term "Landscape" traditionally depict in art?

• Urban settings with buildings and streets.

• Natural scenery such as mountains, valleys, trees, rivers, and lakes.

• Abstract forms and shapes without clear subjects.

• Indoor scenes like rooms and halls.

What is "Manga" commonly referred to in contemporary terms?

• A traditional form of Japanese theater.

• A style of Western comic books.

• A type of contemporary Japanese graphic novel or comic book.

• A historical painting style from Japan.

Which area of a picture lies between the foreground and the background?

• The top layer

• The middle ground

• The outer frame

• The underpainting