The Dance of Death: A Historical Exploration

The Dance of Death: A Historical Exploration

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Arts, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Ethan Morris

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The video discusses 'The Dance of Death', a book from 1547 featuring woodblock prints by Hans Holbein. It explores the book's historical context, linking it to the Black Plague and its cultural significance. An expert, Rebecca, evaluates the book, highlighting its condition and potential value. The negotiation process for purchasing the book is detailed, concluding with a deal at $9,500. The video emphasizes the book's importance in Renaissance art and its timeless appeal.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main theme of 'The Dance of Death' book introduced in the video?

A series of woodblock prints depicting death

A guide to Renaissance art techniques

A biography of Hans Holbein

A collection of uplifting stories

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the artist behind the illustrations in 'The Dance of Death'?

Leonardo da Vinci

Raphael

Michelangelo

Hans Holbein

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What historical event influenced the creation of 'The Dance of Death'?

The Renaissance

The Black Plague

The French Revolution

The Industrial Revolution

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What aspect of the book does Rebecca focus on during her evaluation?

The book's language

The book's condition

The book's age

The book's author

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is 'The Dance of Death' considered an important work in book illustration history?

It was written by a famous author

It was the most expensive book of its time

It contains timeless images that speak to the human condition

It was the first book ever printed

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated value of 'The Dance of Death' according to Rebecca?

$20,000

$5,000

$16,000

$10,000

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the book's binding according to Rebecca?

It has been rebound well, which is not a deal breaker

It is made of gold

It is a modern binding

It is the original binding

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