Art History Quiz

What period saw a revival of ideas put forth by early Greek philosophers in Western European art?

• Middle Ages

• Renaissance

• Industrial Revolution

• Modern Era

Which emperor is noted for uniting the kingdom and creating elaborate tombs?

• Emperor Wu

• Emperor Qin

• Emperor Han

• Emperor Tang

What impact did the introduction of Buddhism from India have on Chinese art?

• It introduced bronze casting

• It led to the creation of ink drawings

• It influenced ceramic sculpture

• It started the use of oil paintings

What type of art is associated with the Benin Kingdom?

• Cave paintings

• Terracotta sculptures

• Cast bronze portrait heads

• Oil paintings

Why is sub-Saharan African art usually treated separately from northern African art?

• Different artistic techniques

• Different historical backgrounds

• Different materials used

• Different religious influences

What has resulted in relatively few African artifacts being preserved?

• The use of durable materials

• The destruction by local communities

• The perishability of materials like fiber and wood

• The abundance of artifacts

Which group is known for reviving old traditions in a new context in Oceania?

• The Maori of New Zealand

• The Inuit of Canada

• The Aborigines of Australia

• The Zulu of South Africa

What is a central role of the Koran in Islamic art?

• It is used as a musical score

• It is used as a blueprint for architecture

• It is used as a source of sacred text

• It is used as a map for navigation

What is one of the best-known pyramids in Mexico?

• Pyramid of Giza

• Pyramid of the Sun

• Pyramid of Khufu

• Pyramid of Menkaure

What does composition refer to in art?

• The use of color in a painting

• The organization of elements in a work

• The texture of a sculpture

• The size of a canvas