Abstract Expressionism Quiz

What is a key feature of abstract expressionism that differentiates it from other art movements?

• The use of abstraction to convey emotions

• A focus on realistic depictions

• Strict adherence to traditional techniques

• A cohesive and uniform style

Which city is closely associated with the rise of abstract expressionism?

• San Francisco

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

What materials did abstract expressionists often use in their paintings?

• Watercolors

• Unconventional materials like house paint

• Charcoal

• Traditional oil paints

How did abstract expressionists approach the composition of their paintings?

• By using a grid-based structure

• By focusing on detailed and segregable elements

• By creating a single unified field

• By following strict compositional rules

What was the intent behind the abstract expressionists' use of psychic improvisation?

• To express the force of the creative unconscious

• To mimic traditional art forms

• To create realistic depictions

• To adhere to surrealist techniques