Chapter 14 and 15 Art in Focus Review Quiz

Why was the term Gothic used to describe art and architecture from the medieval era?

• The term Gothic refers to the architectural style of ancient Rome.
• Gothic art was named after a famous artist from the Renaissance period.
• The term Gothic was used to celebrate the achievements of the Roman Empire.
• The term Gothic was used to describe art and architecture from the medieval era due to its association with the barbaric Goths, as perceived by Renaissance critics.

How do Gothic sculptures differ from sculpture on Romanesque churches?

• Gothic sculptures are primarily made of wood, while Romanesque sculptures are made of stone.
• Gothic sculptures focus on abstract forms, whereas Romanesque sculptures emphasize realism.
• Gothic sculptures are smaller in scale compared to the larger Romanesque sculptures.
• Gothic sculptures are more naturalistic and expressive, while Romanesque sculptures are more rigid and stylized.

What is a fresco painting?

• A fresco painting is a style of watercolor painting on paper.
• A fresco painting is a technique using acrylics on dry wall.
• A fresco painting is a mural technique involving water-based pigments applied on wet plaster.
• A fresco painting is a type of oil painting on canvas.

How do Giotto's painted figures differ from those painted by earlier artists?

• Giotto's figures are more realistic and three-dimensional, with natural proportions and emotional depth.
• Giotto's figures are smaller and less expressive than earlier works.
• Giotto's figures are painted in bright, unnatural colors.
• Giotto's figures are flat and lack detail.

Label the picture with the correct answers.

a

b

c

d

Spire

Rose Window

Bell Tower

Flying Buttress

Match each term with the correct definition.

• A style of architecture that flourished in Europe during the High and Late Middle Ages.

• Define Gothic Architecture

• The artistic decoration of manuscripts with elaborate designs and illustrations.

• Define Illumination

• A religious way of life characterized by the practice of communal living and devotion.

• Define Feudalism

• A part of a church that crosses the main axis, often used for additional space.

• Define Monasticism

• A social system in medieval Europe where land was held by lords and worked by vassals.

• Define Transept

What is the name of this architectural feature?

• tympanum

• fresco

• tapestry

• ambulatory

Which architectural features are Gothic and which are Romanesque

Groups:

(a) Gothic

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(b) Romanesque

• Spires

• Dark Interiors

• Stained Glass

• Pointed Arches

• Buttresses

• Thick Walls

• Flying Butresses

• Rounded Arches

Mark the Jam Figures on this Gothic Cathedral Portal.

In what ways did stained glass art influence manuscript illuminations in the 13th and 14th centuries?

• Stained glass art influenced manuscript illuminations by inspiring vibrant colors, intricate designs, and thematic iconography.
• Stained glass art primarily influenced sculpture techniques.
• Manuscript illuminations were created using only black ink and no colors.
• Stained glass art had no impact on the themes depicted in manuscripts.