Art History Quiz

Which type of analysis involves looking outside of the work of art to determine its meaning?

• Formal analysis

• Contextual analysis

• Comparative analysis

• Observational analysis

What is the primary focus of formal analysis in art history?

• The cultural context of the artwork

• The physical location of the artwork

• The intrinsic qualities of the artwork

• The historical significance of the artwork

What is one of the main sources of information for art historians?

• Archival sources

• Oral history interviews

• Artistic interpretations

• Literary analysis

Which ancient civilization is known for its impressive sculptures and buildings, including ziggurats?

• Sumerians

• Akkadians

• Babylonians

• Assyrians

What is the best-known ancient Egyptian tomb that contained a treasure-trove of objects?

• Tutankhamun's tomb

• Cleopatra's tomb

• Ramses II's tomb

• Hatshepsut's tomb

Which ancient Greek sculpture style is characterized by a naturalistic pictorial style?

• Archaic Period

• Classical Period

• Hellenistic Period

• Mycenaean Period

What major architectural advancements did the Romans make?

• Use of concrete and curved arches

• Use of marble and limestone

• Use of Doric and Ionic columns

• Use of gold and bronze

Which Roman building is known for its huge domed structure?

• Colosseum

• Pantheon

• Roman Forum

• Circus Maximus

What type of analysis involves contrasting different artworks to understand their unique features and stylistic changes?

• Formal analysis

• Contextual analysis

• Comparative analysis

• Observational analysis

Which ancient civilization is known for its gold and bronze works, as well as its use of relief sculpture?

• Etruscans

• Persians

• Nubians

• Minoans