TED-ED: The poet who painted with his words - Genevieve Emy

The video explores the life and work of Guillaume Apollinaire, a pivotal figure in early 20th-century art and poetry. Known for coining the term surrealism, Apollinaire was a key player in the Parisian bohemian subculture, collaborating with artists like Picasso. He bridged traditional and modern art through his innovative calligrams, which combined text and imagery. The video highlights his role in explaining and defending avant-garde movements and provides an in-depth look at his calligram 'Lettre-Océan', showcasing its artistic and historical significance.

Which famous artists was Guillaume Apollinaire closely associated with?

• Rembrandt and Vermeer

• Picasso and Chagall

• Van Gogh and Monet

• Da Vinci and Michelangelo

What term did Apollinaire coin that is significant in the art world?

• Expressionism

• Surrealism

• Cubism

• Impressionism

How did Apollinaire contribute to the understanding of modern art movements?

• By explaining cubism and surrealism

• By organizing art exhibitions

• By writing novels

• By painting famous artworks

What is a calligram, as created by Apollinaire?

• A type of sculpture

• A poem that forms a picture

• A musical composition

• A traditional painting

What does the calligram 'Lettre-Océan' visually represent?

• A surrealist dream

• A portrait of Apollinaire

• An aerial view of the Eiffel Tower

• A landscape painting