Abstract Art Quiz

What is abstract art primarily focused on?

• Representing external objects

• Color, shape, form, and lines

• Realistic depictions

• Historical events

How is abstract art generally classified?

• Realistic depictions

• Figurative abstractions

• Historical paintings

• Portraits

What do figurative abstractions simplify?

• Historical events

• Comic books

• Reality

• Fictional stories

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Abstract Expressionism paintings?

• Dripping

• Smearing

• Realistic depiction

• Throwing paint

What techniques are used in Abstract Expressionism paintings?

• Dripping and smearing

• Sketching and shading

• Carving and molding

• Printing and etching

Why is Abstract Expressionism named as such?

• It focuses on historical events

• It combines emotional intensity and self-expression

• It depicts realistic scenes

• It uses traditional painting techniques

What do abstract art paintings represent that aren’t visual?

• Historical events

• Realistic objects

• Emotion, sound, or personal experience

• Fictional stories

Exploring the creative use of lines and ​ (a)   from different ​ (b)   s allows us to understand and embrace ​ (c)   as an essential part of artistic ​ (d)   .

• expression
• perspective
• imperfections
• shapes

Which painting was created by Mark Rothko?

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What is the primary characteristic of Color Field painting?

• Use of geometric shapes

• Emphasis on large areas of color

• Detailed brushwork

• Focus on portraiture