2023_Unit 2_Lesson 5_CFL_Amplify

According to chapter 4, why patrons played an important role during the Renaissance?

• 1. Because they were the only ones who could decide on the artistic people’s lives.

• Because they were involved with the church and that was a priority at that time.

• 1. Because they provided the knowledge of religious art to anybody who was interested in painting and sculpting of Madonnas during the Renaissance times.

• 1. Because they provided the necessary funding to commission artworks, sponsor research, or support the creative endeavors of Renaissance figures. 

According to the section “Michelangelo Made It—and Don’t You Forget It!” in chapter 4, Michelangelo chiseled his name on the Pieta because —

• 1. It would look better

• It would show the creator’s name

• 1. It would make a special mark on it

• 1. It would be sold faster

The reader can conclude that it took a long time for Michelangelo to finish David’s statue because —

Select TWO correct answers.

• 1. he was very dedicated to achieving a high level of detail and perfection in his work.

• the monumental scale of the sculpture, made one of the less challenging works of art of its time.

• David's muscular and powerful form reflects the Gothic interest in the human body.

• 1. indicates that he aimed not only for anatomical accuracy but also for aesthetic beauty and grace in his portrayal of David.

• His patron was not sure what and how he wanted to do with that huge rectangular block.

According to the section “The Great Raphael” in chapter 4, the reader can conclude that some factors that contributed to Raphael's success as a painter in Florence 

were —

Select TWO correct answers.

• 1. Raphael's youth and talent made him a sought-after artist in Florence.
     

• Raphael moved to Florence to escape competition from other artists.

• Raphael struggled to find patrons in Florence due to his lack of experience.

• 1. Leonardo and Michelangelo actively mentored Raphael, providing him with artistic opportunities in Florence.

• 1. Leonardo and Michelangelo, two older artists, were not as active in painting at that time, leaving a gap for Raphael to fill.

 Michelangelo and Raphael both never produced works of art that were large in scale and made lasting impressions. Michelangelo's artistic achievements did not encompass sculpture, painting, and architecture, never focused on the human form or gaining a deep understanding of anatomy. Raphael, was not a painter known for his harmonious compositions, idealized beauty, and profound influence on Renaissance art. Neither artist left a lasting legacy and played no pivotal role in shaping the art of their time.

• True

• False