CLEAN : San Franciscos revamped modern art museum eyes global splash

CLEAN : San Franciscos revamped modern art museum eyes global splash

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Arts, History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses the significant growth of the SF MoMA collection, highlighting the Fisher collection's contribution of over 11,000 works and the museum's campaign that added 3,000 more. SF MoMA is described as a 'Museum of Museums' with dedicated galleries for artists like Agnes Martin and Ellsworth Kelly. The Fisher collection is noted for its depth, focusing on representing artists comprehensively. A specific painting, 'Night See' by Agnes Martin, is highlighted for its importance. The transcript concludes with the family's dedication to sharing art with the San Francisco community, emphasizing their deep ties to the city.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has contributed to the need for a larger SF MoMA in recent years?

A decrease in visitor numbers

A significant increase in the museum's collection

A reduction in available exhibition space

A decline in public interest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is SF MoMA described in terms of its gallery setup?

A traditional art gallery

A historical museum

A Museum of museums

A single artist museum

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about the Fisher collection?

It is primarily composed of ancient artifacts

It only includes modern sculptures

It has a deep collection of works by individual artists

It focuses on a wide range of artists with few works each

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unique about Agnes Martin's painting 'Night See'?

It is a sculpture

It is a digital artwork

It features a deep saturation of blue with a hint of gold leaf

It is a black and white photograph

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated the narrator's parents to share their art with San Francisco?

To gain international recognition

To support the local community they grew up in

To sell their collection

To open a private gallery