Vincent van Gogh: The Man Behind the Art

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

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

• A preacher

• A school teacher

• A musician

• A coal miner

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

• The Bedroom

• Sunflowers

• The Potato Eaters

• Starry Night

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

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

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

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

Which painting is considered to best express van Gogh's hallucinatory visions?

• The Potato Eaters

• Sunflowers

• The Bedroom

• Starry Night

Who played a crucial role in the posthumous success of van Gogh's art?

• His art dealer

• His widow Joe van Gogh Boonger

• His friend Paul Gauguin

• His brother Theo

What does van Gogh's painting 'Sunflowers' symbolize?

• His fascination with the night sky

• His periodic joy and vitality

• His love for the countryside

• His struggles with mental illness