Kehinde Wiley's Equestrian Sculpture Quiz

What was the purpose of Kehinde Wiley's visit to Richmond?

• To attend a music concert

• To explore the local cuisine

• To visit Monument Avenue and see the equestrian sculptures

• To participate in a sports event

What does Kehinde Wiley's series of paintings with equestrian figures highlight?

• The beauty of nature

• The marginalization of black bodies in classicism

• The history of the Roman Empire

• The evolution of modern art

What was Kehinde Wiley's vision for his sculpture inspired by Monument Avenue?

• To create a new tourist attraction

• To provide a counter-narrative to existing monuments

• To replicate the existing monuments

• To design a new park

What events in 2020 highlighted the ongoing issues of racism?

• The release of a new movie

• The launch of a new social media platform

• The deaths of Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd

• The opening of a new art gallery

What historical tradition does Kehinde Wiley draw upon for his sculpture?

• Baroque music compositions

• Renaissance painting techniques

• Medieval castle architecture

• Ancient Roman equestrian monuments

What is the significance of the contemporary black man depicted in Wiley's sculpture?

• He is a fictional character from a novel

• He represents a famous historical figure

• He is a well-known celebrity

• He symbolizes everyday youth vulnerable to violence

How does the figure in Wiley's sculpture differ from the J.E.B. Stuart monument?

• The figure is more upright and projects hope

• The figure is wearing a crown

• The figure is sitting on a throne

• The figure is holding a sword

What biblical scripture is referenced in relation to Wiley's sculpture?

• Matthew 24:6

• Psalm 23:1

• John 3:16

• Genesis 1:1

What solution does Kehinde Wiley offer for dealing with inherited monuments?

• Destroy them completely

• Move them to a different city

• Create new monuments that reflect current values

• Ignore them

What does Kehinde Wiley's new monument allow the city to do?

• Move forward with a new narrative

• Remain in the past

• Become a tourist hotspot

• Host international events