History of Art Quiz

Which art movement was characterized by long sinuous lines and rhythmic scenes, seeking to escape traditional styles and return back to nature?

• Cubism

• Pop Art

• Art Nouveau

• Minimalism

Which art movement was the first American movement to become popular internationally, incorporating the trauma of World War II with the spontaneity of Surrealism?

• Futurism

• Dada

• Realism

• Abstract Expressionism

Which art movement was characterized by rejecting self-referential narratives and highlighting the characteristics of the artwork, believing art should have its own reality?

• Surrealism

• Impressionism

• Minimalism

• Pop Art

Which art movement was founded by Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque, breaking down previous art movements by abstractly representing subjects from different viewpoints on the same plane?

• Expressionism

• Realism

• Cubism

• Futurism

Which art movement was an extension of Impressionism, rejecting some of its limitations and incorporating bold colors and scenes of modern life?

• Rococo

• Post-Impressionism

• Abstract Expressionism

• Neoclassicism

Which art movement was characterized by the power of machines and the restless energy of modern life, welcoming the modern world of technology and industry?

• Dada

• Surrealism

• Bauhaus

• Futurism

Which art movement was an anti-war movement, producing satirical works to destroy traditional artistic values and create something new to replace them?

• Dada

• Realism

• Expressionism

• Abstract Expressionism

Which art movement was characterized by abstract styles, geometric shapes, and aesthetics that included no historical, mythical, or emotional sources?

• Impressionism

• Minimalism

• Surrealism

• Pop Art

Which art movement was led by Andre Breton, aiming to tap into the subconscious mind and challenge perceptions and reality?

• Cubism

• Dada

• Futurism

• Surrealism

Which art movement was characterized by repetition, bold imagery, and bright color palettes, introducing art to new demographics through familiarity?

• Abstract Expressionism

• Realism

• Pop Art

• Minimalism