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Vincent van Gogh: The Man Behind the Art

Vincent van Gogh: The Man Behind the Art

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts

9th - 10th Grade

Practice Problem

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

FREE Resource

10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the key characteristics associated with Vincent van Gogh?

Love for landscapes, a happy temperament, and a long life

Obsession with sunflowers, a mutilated ear, and a melancholic temperament

Famous for sculptures, a wealthy lifestyle, and a cheerful personality

Known for abstract art, a peaceful life, and a love for animals

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Vincent van Gogh's profession before he became a painter?

A preacher

A school teacher

A musician

A coal miner

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which painting by van Gogh reflects his concern for humble subjects?

The Bedroom

Sunflowers

The Potato Eaters

Starry Night

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did van Gogh's style change after moving to Paris?

He began painting more abstract art

He started using darker colors

He focused on sculpting

His colors became brighter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was van Gogh's dream when he moved to Paris?

To become a famous sculptor

To create a colony of inspired artists

To teach art in a prestigious school

To open an art gallery

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of van Gogh's relationship with Paul Gauguin?

Their friendship was troubled and ended badly

They had a peaceful friendship

They collaborated on many successful projects

They never met in person

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred after Gauguin left van Gogh in Arles?

Van Gogh cut off his ear

Van Gogh moved to Paris

Van Gogh sold his first painting

Van Gogh started a new art movement

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