Futurism Movement Quiz

What event inspired Filippo Tommaso Marinetti to create the futurism movement?

• A visit to a museum

• A car accident involving cyclists

• A conversation with a fellow poet

• Reading a book on modern art

What was the main goal of the Manifesto of Futurism?

• To encourage the study of ancient history

• To embrace modern industry and reject old institutions

• To establish a new political party

• To promote traditional art forms

Which technique was commonly used by futurist painters to depict movement?

• Divisionism

• Pointillism

• Surrealism

• Impressionism

How did futurist artists differ from traditional artists in their choice of subjects?

• They specialized in portraiture

• They depicted speed, movement, and power

• They painted serene landscapes

• They focused on mythological scenes

Which art movement influenced futurist artists in their use of fragmented views?

• Impressionism

• Cubism

• Baroque

• Renaissance

What was a significant impact of World War I on the futurism movement?

• It strengthened the movement's ties with traditional art

• It resulted in the expansion of futurism to America

• It caused the death of key futurist members

• It led to the creation of new art styles

What was the focus of the second wave of futurism known as aeropittura?

• Classical architecture

• Marine life

• Urban landscapes

• Aviation

How did Marinetti's political involvement affect the futurism movement?

• It led to the movement's official recognition by the government

• It caused a split among futurist artists

• It aligned futurism with Mussolini's fascist regime

• It resulted in the movement's expansion to Asia

What was a commonality between futurism and fascism?

• Both were patriotic and glorified workers

• Both opposed disruption

• Both glorified traditional art

• Both supported parliamentary democracy

Which art movements were influenced by futurism after its decline?

• Minimalism and Pop Art

• Renaissance and Gothic

• Art Deco and Constructivism

• Impressionism and Baroque