Art Vocabulary

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Arts
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5th Grade
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Hard
James Weir
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9 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
A ______ is a cloth surface on which paintings are made.
Canvas
Paper
Wood
Metal
Answer explanation
A canvas is a durable cloth surface specifically designed for painting, making it the correct choice. While paper, wood, and metal can also be used for art, they are not primarily referred to as surfaces for painting like canvas.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
A ______ is a picture that depicts natural inland scenery.
Landscape
Portrait
Still Life
Abstract
Answer explanation
A landscape is specifically defined as a depiction of natural scenery, making it the correct choice. Portraits focus on individuals, still life on inanimate objects, and abstract art does not represent realistic scenes.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
Fill in the blank: A ______ is large artwork that is applied to the surface of a wall or ceiling.
Mural
Painting
Graffiti
Poster
Answer explanation
A mural is a large artwork specifically created for walls or ceilings, making it the correct choice. While paintings can be on various surfaces, murals are distinct for their wall application.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
A ______ is an artistic representation of a person, usually emphasizing the face.
portrait
landscape
abstract
still life
Answer explanation
A portrait is specifically an artistic representation that focuses on the face of a person, distinguishing it from other forms like landscapes, abstracts, or still lifes, which depict different subjects.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
The ______ is a transitional period of European history between medieval and modern times, marked by a flowering of the arts.
Renaissance
Industrial Revolution
Middle Ages
Baroque
Answer explanation
The Renaissance is the correct answer as it represents a transitional period in European history, characterized by a revival of art and culture, bridging the Middle Ages and modern times.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
Fill in the blank: A ______ is an exhibition of works spanning part or all of an artist’s career.
retrospective
gallery
auction
portfolio
Answer explanation
A retrospective is an exhibition that showcases an artist's works over time, highlighting their development and evolution. This term specifically refers to a comprehensive look at an artist's career, making it the correct choice.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
A ______ is a three-dimensional work of art.
sculpture
painting
drawing
photograph
Answer explanation
A sculpture is a three-dimensional work of art, created by shaping materials like stone, metal, or clay. In contrast, paintings, drawings, and photographs are primarily two-dimensional forms of art.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
A ______ is a rough drawing.
sketch
painting
sculpture
photograph
Answer explanation
A sketch is defined as a rough drawing, making it the correct answer. Unlike a painting, sculpture, or photograph, which are more refined or detailed forms of art, a sketch captures ideas quickly and informally.
9.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 2 pts
Fill in the blank: A ______ is a work of art that depicts inanimate objects arranged by the artist.
still life
landscape
portrait
abstract
Answer explanation
A still life is a genre of art that focuses on inanimate objects, such as fruits, flowers, or everyday items, arranged by the artist. This distinguishes it from landscapes, portraits, and abstract art, which depict different subjects.
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