Last 4 artists quiz

What was the BIG IDEA behind Caspar David Friedrich's paintings?

• To showcase the horrors of war

• To paint dramatic landscapes that show the awesome power of nature

• To depict the daily life of people in the 18th century

• To illustrate the strict rules of classical painting

Answer explanation

Caspar David Friedrich's paintings focused on painting dramatic landscapes that show the awesome power of nature, rather than showcasing the horrors of war, depicting daily life, or illustrating classical painting rules.

What were the main themes of the ROMANTICISM movement as reflected in Friedrich's work?

• The power of nature and the horrors of war

• Classical beauty and harmony

• Urban landscapes and industrialization

• Political events and historical figures

Answer explanation

The main themes of the ROMANTICISM movement as reflected in Friedrich's work were the power of nature and the horrors of war.

Which of the following is NOT one of Friedrich's famous works?

• The Cross in the Mountains

• The Monk by the Sea

• Wanderer Above the Sea of Fog

• The Starry Night

Answer explanation

The Starry Night is NOT one of Friedrich's famous works, the other three options are well-known paintings by him.

What technique did Friedrich use to make detailed drawings?

• Oil paints

• Watercolors

• Pencil and sepia ink

• Charcoal

Answer explanation

Friedrich used pencil and sepia ink to make detailed drawings, not oil paints, watercolors, or charcoal.

What did Friedrich believe he needed to do to fully contemplate and feel nature?

• Travel with his wife

• Stay alone

• Paint after having a stroke

• Teach at the Dresden Academy

Answer explanation

Friedrich believed he needed to stay alone to fully contemplate and feel nature, as mentioned in the question.

What did the gold frame of The Cross in the Mountains (1808) symbolize according to Friedrich?

• Power and wealth

• Faith and hope

• Love and marriage

• Death and decay

Answer explanation

The gold frame of The Cross in the Mountains (1808) symbolized faith and hope according to Friedrich.

What inspired the painting "The Sea of Ice" by Caspar David Friedrich?

• The story of a successful Arctic expedition

• The story of an Arctic expedition that ended in disaster

• The natural beauty of the Baltic Sea

• The ruins of an ancient abbey

Answer explanation

The painting 'The Sea of Ice' by Caspar David Friedrich was inspired by the story of an Arctic expedition that ended in disaster.

What personal tragedies did Caspar David Friedrich experience during his childhood?

• The death of his mother and the drowning of one brother

• The death of his father and two brothers

• The death of his mother and two brothers

• The loss of his home to a natural disaster

Answer explanation

Caspar David Friedrich experienced the death of his mother and two brothers during his childhood, making it a personal tragedy for him.

Which of the following elements did Friedrich prefer to include in his paintings?

• Daylight scenes with lively colors

• Portraits of famous historical figures

• Sunrise, sunset or moonlight views with rugged landscapes

• Abstract patterns and shapes

Answer explanation

Friedrich preferred to include sunrise, sunset, or moonlight views with rugged landscapes in his paintings.

What was unusual about Friedrich's painting "The Cross in the Mountains"?

• It was the first painting he ever sold

• It was intended for the altar of a church

• It featured a self-portrait

• It was painted entirely in black and white

Answer explanation

The correct choice is that it was intended for the altar of a church, making it unusual compared to the other options.