Jackson Pollock's Art Techniques and Life

What is Action Jackson's full name?

• Jack Jackson

• Jackson Pollock

• Andrew Jackson

• Jackson Artist

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Where does Jackson Pollock paint?

• In an art studio

• In his bedroom

• In a gray weathered barn

• In his yard

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Where does Jackson Pollock put his canvas?

• On an art easel

• On the wall

• on the lawn

• on the floor

What type of paint does Jackson Pollock use?

• watercolors

• house paint

• oil paint

• acrylic paint

How does Jackson Pollock paint?

• He paints slowly and carefully.

• He uses his whole body and swoops and leaps around.

• He paints one line at a time.

• He paints small dots.

What does Jackson Pollock do to relax while painting a big project?

• He sits near the sandy marsh and watches the gulls.

• He drives around the neighborhood.

• He goes to the movies.

• He watches TV.

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What does Jackson Pollock do when things like insects and pennies land on his painting?

• He gets mad and starts over.

• He carefully picks the insect or penny up.

• He leaves the insect or penny in his painting.

• He cleans the penny and puts it in his pocket.

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What does Jackson Pollock do to see his entire painting?

• He stands on a ladder.

• He pins the canvas to the wall so he can see it.

• He puts his painting in a frame.

• He puts it on the lawn in the yard.

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How do people feel about Jackson Pollock's art? Choose two answers.

• Everyone loves his art.

• Some people are angry and confused.

• Some people are excited and filled with happiness.

• Nobody likes his art.

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How long does it take for Jackson Pollock's art to dry?

• one day

• one month

• one to two weeks

• one year