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Mosaics

Total questions: 20

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What are mosaics?

a)

abstract paintings of landscapes with small dots of color

b)

images created using small, broken pieces of colored material

c)

pictures created by cutting and flipping shapes from a black square of paper

2.

Which of the following is NOT a common material used to create mosaics?

a)

glass

b)

stone

c)

dirt

d)

ceramic tiles

3.

From where did mosaics first originate?

a)

Greece

b)

Rome

c)

Mesopotamia

4.

In ancient times, where were mosaics most likely to be found?

a)

churches or temples

b)

home decor

c)

jewelry

5.

In modern times, where are mosaics most likely to be found?

a)

churches/temples

b)

murals

c)

kitchen backsplashes

6.

Analyze this image of an ancient Medieval mosaic mural. Which of the following best describes the subject matter?

a)

nature or landscape

b)

religious or royal

c)

superheroes

7.

According to the video we watched in class, which of the following best describes the subject matter of Jason Dussault's contemporary mosaic art?

a)

historical figures

b)

comic book characters

c)

religious or royal

8.

A grout is the name of the substance that holds mosaic pieces in place. In the video we watched, what did Jason Dussault add to his grout to make it unique?

a)

glitter and diamond dust

b)

sugar and spices

c)

paint

9.

In our Torn Magazine Mosaic Project, we tore the pieces to show jagged edges with white boarders. This gives it an appearance that looks like the pieces are shattered. Which element of art does this best illustrate?

a)

texture

b)

form

c)

color

10.

In our Torn Magazine Mosaic Project, we aim to recreate our reference image realistically by finding lights and darks of colors. Which element of art does this best illustrate?

a)

line

b)

space

c)

value

11.

True or False: Today, mosaics can be made using more contemporary materials such as beads, buttons, rice, or beans.

a)
True
b)
False
12.

True or False: The manner in which mosaics are created can be thought of like putting together a puzzle.

a)
True
b)
False
13.

True or False: Today, mosaics are commonly seen in swimming pools and garden path stepping stones.

a)
True
b)
False
14.

True or False: The time period in which mosaics really thrived was during the Italian Renaissance.

a)
True
b)
False
15.

True or False: Mosaics have a long history, appearing in the artwork of civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, Rome, and even the Aztecs of Mexico.

a)
True
b)
False
16.

During the Middle Ages, what emerging theme or subject matter appeared in medieval mosaics?

a)

Christianity

b)

Mythology

c)

Landscapes

d)

Politics

17.

True or False: People are no longer making mosaic art today.

a)
True
b)
False
18.

What material did contemporary mosaic artist Jason Dussault use to create his mosaics?

a)

shells

b)

glass

c)

pebbles

d)

ceramic tiles

19.

The small, broken colored pieces of material used to create mosaics is known as what?

a)

bisqueware

b)

tesserae

c)

gouache

d)

resin

20.

True or False: Today, it is common for mosaic artists to utilize recycled, re-purposed materials.

a)
True
b)
False