Understanding Abstract Expressionism
  • 1. Who is considered the pioneer of Abstract Expressionism?
A) Vincent van Gogh
B) Andy Warhol
C) Jackson Pollock
D) Pablo Picasso
  • 2. Abstract Expressionism is primarily associated with which country?
A) Spain
B) Italy
C) United States
D) France
  • 3. Which art movement directly preceded Abstract Expressionism?
A) Surrealism
B) Cubism
C) Impressionism
D) Fauvism
  • 4. Which artist is known for his color field paintings in Abstract Expressionism?
A) Jean-Michel Basquiat
B) Mark Rothko
C) Keith Haring
D) Yayoi Kusama
  • 5. Who is known for his series of 'Women' paintings in Abstract Expressionism?
A) Roy Lichtenstein
B) Willem de Kooning
C) Jeff Koons
D) Jean-Michel Basquiat
  • 6. What is a key characteristic of Abstract Expressionist artworks?
A) Emotional expression
B) Lifelike representation
C) Monochromatic palette
D) Geometric precision
  • 7. What was the purpose of the 'color field' approach in Abstract Expressionism?
A) Focus on the impact of color on emotions
B) Creating 3D illusions
C) Using only black and white
D) Emphasizing intricate details
  • 8. Which artist is known for his 'zip' paintings in Abstract Expressionism?
A) Barnett Newman
B) Frida Kahlo
C) Jackson Pollock
D) Andy Warhol
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