Philippine Art History

What are the earliest forms of Philippine art, often found in caves and rock formations?

• a. oil paintings

• b. murals

• c. sculptures

• d. petroglyphs and cave paintings

What is retablo, a common art form during the Spanish colonial period?

• a. a type of folk dance

• b. a type of martial arts

• c. a religious altar piece

• d. a traditional Filipinomusical instrument

Which Filipino artist is known for his realistic paintings of rural life and landscapes?

• a. Fernando Amorsolo

• b. Juan Luna

• c. Victorio Edades

• d. Felix Ressurection Hidalgo

Who is considered one of the most influential muralist in Philippine art history?

• a. Hernando Ocampo

• b. Arturo Luz

• c. Botong Francisco

• d. Nena Saguil

What is the primary theme of art during the Japanese Occupation period?

• a. Anstract expressionism

• b. surrealism

• c. religious devotion

• d. nationalism and resistance

6. Which contemporary Filipino artist is known for his large-scale installations and performance art?

• a. Ronald Ventura

• b. Mark Justiniani

• c. Hernando Ocampo

• d. Nena Saguil

What is the name of the artistic characterized by bold, geometric shapes, and a focus on abstraction?

• a. romanticism

• b. cubism

• c. realism

• d. impressionism

Which artist is known for his dark and disturbing paintings that often explored themes of social injustice and human suffering?

• a. Victorio Edades

• b. Carlos “Botong” Francisco

• c. Hernando Ocampo

• d. Fernando Amorsolo

What is the name of the art movement that emerged in the Philippines in the 1970’s, characterized by its use of bold colors, dynamic compositions, and a focus on personal expression?

• a. Impressionism Movement

• b. Contemporary Philippine Art Movement

• c. Philippine Modern Art Movement

• d. Cubism Movement

What is the name of the painting technique that involves applying paint thickly, creating a textured surface?

• a. Pointilism

• b. Glazing

• c. Impasto

• d. Sgraffito