Why is the Mona Lisa so Famous?

What two problems did the art thief encounter as he tried to steal the "Mona Lisa"?

• Lack of map reading skills and getting lost while in Paris.

• Poor lighting in the museum and no flashlight.

• Security guards and the difficulty of removal of painting from wall.

• The exit was locked and he heard footsteps approaching.

Who painted the "Mona Lisa"?

• Leonardo da Vinci
• Claude Monet
• Vincent van Gogh
• Pablo Picasso

Was the "Mona Lisa" painted based on a real person? If so, who?

• Yes, the 'Mona Lisa' was inspired by a mythological figure.
• Yes, the "Mona Lisa" was painted based on a real person, Lisa Gherardini.
• Yes, the 'Mona Lisa' was painted based on Leonardo's wife, Lisa.

• Yes, the 'Mona Lisa' was painted based on a fictional character.

Upon Leonardo's death, what happened to the painting the "Mona Lisa"?

• The original painting was destroyed shortly after his death because it was unfinished.

• It was gifted to the Pope and remains in Vatican City today.

• Unfinished, the painting was acquired by King Francis I and later became part of the Louvre Museum collection.

• The original painting was stolen and never found again.

Who once hung the "Mona Lisa" in their bedroom?

• Pablo Picasso
• Napoleon

• Leonardo da Vinci
• Vincent van Gogh

Who's footsteps approaching did the "Mona Lisa" art thief actually hear?

• The police officer who heard about the potential thief occurring.

• A fellow thief who also was eyeing the painting.

• A museum visitor who stayed after the museum was closed.

• A museum worker who did not realize he was stealing.

What famous artist was questioned about the thief of the "Mona Lisa", but eventually let go?

• Leonardo da Vinci
• Pablo Picasso
• Vincent van Gogh
• Claude Monet

What protects the "Mona Lisa" painting while on display today?

• Bulletproof glass case
• Metal cage
• Smudge-proof plastic cover

• Armed guards

What protects the "Mona Lisa" painting while on display today?

• Bulletproof glass case
• Metal cage
• Smudge-proof plastic cover

• Armed guards