Munch and "Girls on the Pier"

spell, capitalize and punctuate correctly the artist and title

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Which of the following emotions is Edvard Munch known for evoking in his paintings?

• Happiness

• Anxiety

• Serenity

• Excitement

What is the title of Edvard Munch's most famous painting?

• The Scream

• The Starry Night

• Mona Lisa

• The Last Supper

Answer explanation

You may be familiar with Munch's most famous painting, The Scream, a painting of a person on a bridge, their face warped with terror, screaming under a twisting blood red sky.

In high school, I recreated this painting with oil pastels to represent the OJ Simpson trials.

How would you describe the mood of "Girls on the Pier"?

• Joyful

• Haunting

• Peaceful

• Exciting

What inspired Edvard Munch to paint "Girls on the Pier"?

• A trip to a resort hotel

• A visit to a museum

• A dream he had

• A book he read

How does the style of "Girls on the Pier" differ from the subject matter?

• The style is realistic, while the subject matter is abstract.

• The style is abstract, while the subject matter is realistic.

• The style and subject matter are both realistic.

• The style and subject matter are both abstract.

Which of the following best describes the brushstrokes used in "Girls on the Pier"?

• Delicate and precise

• Wild and thick

• Smooth and even

• Thin and transparent

What color is the sky in "Girls on the Pier"?

• Blood red

• Teal

• Bright yellow

• Deep blue

How does the tree in "Girls on the Pier" contribute to the mood of the painting?

• It adds a sense of beauty and tranquility.

• It creates a feeling of danger and menace.

• It represents growth and vitality.

• It symbolizes hope and optimism.

What is unique about the girl closest to the viewer in "Girls on the Pier"?

• She is smiling.

• She has no face.

• She is holding a flower.

• She is wearing a hat.