CLEAN: Munch's 'Scream' beats auction record at $119.9 mn

CLEAN: Munch's 'Scream' beats auction record at $119.9 mn

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Interactive Video

Arts, History, Science

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The video covers an auction event at Sotheby's, highlighting the significance of Edvard Munch's 'The Scream'. It discusses the artwork's environmental message and its universal appeal. The video also details the intense bidding process, culminating in a historic sale. The event is described as a major moment in the art world, drawing a large audience and significant bids.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary message conveyed by the art piece 'The Scream'?

The beauty of nature

The history of art

The impact of human actions on the environment

The joy of life

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the auction, what was the starting bid for 'The Scream'?

$50 million

$100 million

$40 million

$5 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the final bidder for 'The Scream' at the auction?

ETER

Olsson

Steven

Charlie

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the final bid amount for 'The Scream'?

$100 million

$107 million

$50 million

$43 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who expressed gratitude at the end of the auction?

Steven

Olsson

ETER

Charlie