Arts Quarter 1, Part 1 - Modern Art

What era marked the start of the impressionist movement?

• Early 1800s

• Second half of the 19th century

• 20th century

• Mid-1700s

Who coined the term "Impressionism"?

• Auguste Renoir

• Claude Monet

• Edouard Manet

• Alfred Sisley

What was the title of the painting that gave Impressionism its name?

• The Red Boats

• Irises in Giverny

• Impression, Sunrise

• A Girl with a Watering Can

Which of the following is NOT a typical subject of impressionist paintings?

• Everyday life

• Outdoor landscapes

• Mythological themes

• Cafes and houses

What painting technique is commonly associated with Impressionist artists?

• Chiaroscuro

• Short broken strokes

• Sfumato

• Pointillism

Which artist is most known for painting water lilies and gardens in Giverny?

• Renoir

• Monet

• Manet

• Degas

Which Impressionist artist eventually adopted a more formal portrait style?

• Monet

• Bazille

• Manet

• Renoir

Edouard Manet is best known for what contribution to modern art?

• Classical landscapes

• Abstract expressionism

• Transitioning from realism to impressionism

• Sculpture and installations

What modern issue has deeply affected art according to the presentation/discussion given?

• Inflation

• Political satire

• Industrial pollution only

• AIDS epidemic

What innovation influenced Impressionist painters to capture “true to life” images?

• Photography

• Television

• Movie Projectors

• Printing Press