Mosaics

What are the small pieces used in mosaic art called?

• Tesserae

• Tiles

• Bricks

• Stones

Where did mosaic art originate?

• Rome

• China

• Greece

• The Middle East

Who began to perfect the art of mosaics around the 4th century BCE?

• Egyptians

• Sumerians

• Romans

• Greeks

What did wealthy Romans use mosaics to show?

• Their love for animals

• Their religious beliefs

• Their wealth and sophistication

• Their artistic skills

What did Roman mosaics often depict?

• Scenes from mythology and daily life

• Maps of the empire

• Abstract patterns

• Portraits of leaders

What civilization is known for spreading the art of mosaics across their empire?

• Sumerians

• Romans

• Egyptians

• Greeks

What does each piece of a mosaic symbolize?

• A piece of art

• A symbol of wealth

• A part of a story

• How individual experiences can form a whole

What materials were used to make tesserae?

• Paper and cardboard

• Plastic and resin

• Wood and metal

• Colored stone, glass, or ceramics

What civilization first created mosaics around 3,000 BCE?

• Egyptians

• Sumerians

• Greeks

• Romans

What is the main purpose of mosaic art?

• To create maps

• To tell stories and convey messages

• To record historical events

• To decorate floors