by alex
Step into the vibrant world of art history, where every brushstroke tells a story and every masterpiece holds a secret. This quiz will take you on a journey through time, exploring the evolution of artistic expression from ancient civilizations to contemporary creations. Sharpen your pencils and get ready to test your knowledge on the artists, movements, and masterpieces that have left an indelible mark on human culture. Good luck, and may your answers be as inspired as the art you admire!
Art History Quiz Questions Overview
1. Who painted the Mona Lisa?
Vincent van Gogh
Leonardo da Vinci
Pablo Picasso
Michelangelo
2. Which art movement is Salvador Dalí associated with?
Cubism
Impressionism
Surrealism
Baroque
3. What is the name of the famous painting by Edvard Munch that depicts a figure with an agonized expression?
The Scream
Starry Night
The Persistence of Memory
The Kiss
4. Which artist is known for the painting ‘Starry Night’?
Claude Monet
Paul Cézanne
Vincent van Gogh
Henri Matisse
5. The Sistine Chapel ceiling was painted by which artist?
Raphael
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
Donatello
6. Which art movement is characterized by a focus on light and color, often capturing scenes of everyday life?
Impressionism
Expressionism
Fauvism
Realism
7. Who is the artist behind the famous sculpture ‘David’?
Donatello
Leonardo da Vinci
Michelangelo
Gian Lorenzo Bernini
8. Which painting is considered a prime example of Cubism?
Les Demoiselles d’Avignon
The Persistence of Memory
Guernica
The Night Watch
9. Which artist is known for the series of paintings depicting water lilies?
Claude Monet
Georges Seurat
Pierre-Auguste Renoir
Édouard Manet
10. Which art movement is associated with the use of geometric shapes and a limited color palette, often focusing on abstract forms?
Surrealism
Cubism
Dadaism
Futurism
