Design History Quiz

What movement grew out of a concern for the effects of industrialization on design?

• Art Nouveau

• Art Deco

• Arts and Crafts

• Modernism

Who were the two founding figures of the Arts and Crafts movement?

• Walter Gropius and Marcel Breuer

• Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Eileen Gray

• Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Philippe Starck

• John Ruskin and William Morris

What was a key characteristic of Art Nouveau design?

• Curvy 'whiplash' lines

• Geometric forms

• Industrial materials

• Minimalist aesthetics

Which architect is associated with the Bauhaus movement?

• Eileen Gray

• Walter Gropius

• Charles Rennie Mackintosh

• Raymond Loewy

What does the phrase 'form follows function' refer to?

• Functionality is the primary driver

• Historical styles are emphasized

• Natural forms are used in design

• Aesthetic design is prioritized

Which style is characterized by opulent design and geometric forms?

• Streamlining

• Art Deco

• Arts and Crafts

• Post-modernism

What was the primary focus of Modernism in design?

• Historical references

• Natural materials

• Ornate decoration

• Machine aesthetic

Which designer is known for the Wassily chair?

• Marcel Breuer

• Raymond Loewy

• Eileen Gray

• William Morris

What was a significant influence on Art Deco design?

• Ancient Egyptian art

• Celtic patterns

• Arts and Crafts movement

• Japanese woodcuts

Which of the following is a characteristic of Streamlining?

• Focus on traditional craftsmanship

• Aerodynamic shapes

• Use of natural materials

• Highly decorative elements