Painting: Techniques, Styles, and Creative Expression

Question 1

Impressionism, a style of painting, is known for its:

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Short, visible brushstrokes

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Thick, textured brushstrokes

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Limited, earthy color palette

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Detailed and realistic depictions

Question 2

Watercolors are made primarily from which ingredient?

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Gum Arabic

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Water

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Egg

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Oil

Question 3

Expressionism in painting is characterized by which of the following?

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Bold brushstrokes, vibrant colors, and exaggerated forms

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Realistic and detailed depictions of objects

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Subtle and muted color palettes with soft transitions

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Geometric shapes and abstract compositions

Question 4

What is the term for the final protective layer applied to a painting to preserve it?

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Varnish

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Underpainting

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Primer

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Glaze

Question 5

Primary colors are the fundamental colors that cannot be created by mixing other colors. Which of the following are primary colors?

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Red, Yellow, Blue

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Green, Orange, Purple

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Brown, Black, White

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Pink, Lavender, Teal

Question 6

What type of paint is characterized by its quick-drying time and vibrant colors?

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Acrylics

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Watercolors

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Oils

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Gouache

Question 7

What is the name of the flat surface where artists mix and prepare their paints?

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Palette

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Easel

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Canvas

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Palette knife

Question 8

What is the term for a painting that depicts everyday scenes and people?

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Genre painting

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Landscape painting

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Portrait

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Still life

Question 9

Which technique in painting involves transitioning colors subtly?

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Blending

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Stippling

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Hatching

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Drybrush

Question 10

In oil painting, which liquid is predominantly used as a solvent?

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Turpentine

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Water

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Alcohol

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Vinegar

Question 11

What is the part of a painting that draws the most attention called?

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Focal point

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Background

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Foreground

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Composition

Question 12

In watercolor painting, which technique involves removing paint from the paper?

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Lifting

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Layering

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Glazing

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Hatching

Question 13

Which term describes the use of light and shadow to create a sense of depth in a painting?

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Chiaroscuro

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Perspective

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Foreshortening

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Value

Question 14

Which style of painting emphasizes freedom and emotional expression?

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Abstract expressionism

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Cubism

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Pop art

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Surrealism

Question 15

What term describes the use of lines and shapes to create movement in a painting?

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Dynamic tension

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Composition

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Perspective

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Balance

Question 16

Which of the following is the only color in the color wheel that is not a primary color?

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Green

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 17

Which type of paint dries quickly and is water-resistant?

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Acrylic

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Watercolor

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Oil

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Tempera

Question 18

What term describes how elements are arranged in a painting?

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Composition

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Perspective

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Value

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Tone

Question 19

Which artist is famous for using bright colors and abstract compositions?

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Wassily Kandinsky

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

Question 20

Which type of brush is suitable for creating fine details?

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Round brush

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Flat brush

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Fan brush

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Filbert brush

Question 21

Which of the following is considered a warm color?

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Orange

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 22

Which style of painting emphasizes realistic depictions?

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Realism

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Abstract expressionism

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Pop art

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Cubism

Question 23

What is the term for changing the lightness or darkness of a color?

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Value

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Hue

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Saturation

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Tone

Question 24

Which of the following is not a primary color?

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Orange

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Red

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Yellow

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Blue

Question 25

Which of the following is a warm color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 26

Who painted the renowned artwork, 'Guernica'?

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Pablo Picasso

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Salvador Dalí

Question 27

Which of the following is NOT a primary color used in painting?

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Purple

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Red

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Blue

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Yellow

Question 28

What type of paint is most suitable for outdoor murals as it is durable and resistant to fading?

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Acrylic

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Watercolor

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Oil

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Tempera

Question 29

Which of the following painting techniques involves applying thick layers of paint to create a textured effect?

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Impasto

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Glazing

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Scumbling

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Drybrush

Question 30

Who among the following artists is known for their mastery of chiaroscuro and is a prominent figure of the Renaissance era?

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Vincent van Gogh

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Pablo Picasso

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Andy Warhol

Question 31

How does hue differ from saturation in color theory?

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Hue is the pure color, while saturation is its intensity.

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Hue is the intensity of the color, while saturation is its purity.

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Hue and saturation are the same concepts.

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Saturation is the pure color, while hue is its intensity.

Question 32

Which of the following is a characteristic of abstract painting?

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Emphasizes symbols and non-figurative forms

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Depicts realistic objects

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Has a clear narrative

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Always uses a limited color palette

Question 33

What is the blending technique used to create smooth transitions between colors on a canvas called?

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Glazing

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Grazing

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Drybrush

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Impasto

Question 34

Which of the following is an example of a warm color?

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Red

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Blue

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Green

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Purple

Question 35

When creating a color palette for a landscape painting, what's the first step you should take?

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Observe and record the colors you see in the landscape.

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Mix all the colors you think you'll need.

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Choose a single color and use it throughout.

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Find a color scheme online and use it directly.

Question 36

Which of the following is NOT characteristic of acrylic paints?

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They are water-soluble.

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They can be thinned with water.

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They are versatile and can be used on various surfaces.

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They dry quickly.

Question 37

Watercolor paints are known for their:

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Transparency and ability to dissolve in water.

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Long drying time and durability.

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Thick, opaque consistency.

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Intense pigmentation and vibrant colors.

Question 38

Which technique is commonly used in oil painting to create texture and depth?

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Impasto

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Sfumato

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Drybrush

Question 39

The Renaissance period in art was known for its:

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Emphasis on realism, perspective, and humanism.

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Dominance of abstract and non-representational forms.

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Use of bright and vibrant colors.

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Focus on religious themes and symbolism.

Question 40

What does the term 'value' refer to in painting?

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The lightness or darkness of a color.

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The texture or surface quality of a color.

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The warmth or coolness of a color.

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The saturation or intensity of a color.

Question 41

When choosing a brush for painting, which of these factors is important to consider?

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The size, shape, and type of bristles.

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The price and availability of the brush.

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The brand and popularity of the brush.

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The color and design of the brush.

Question 42

What is the process of preparing a canvas for painting called?

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Gessoing

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Sealing

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Coating

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Priming

Question 43

Which composition technique is commonly employed in landscape painting?

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Rule of thirds

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Golden ratio

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Diagonal composition

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Symmetrical composition

Question 44

What does the term 'perspective' refer to in painting?

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Creating the illusion of depth on a flat surface.

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Using complementary colors.

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Mixing colors to create new shades.

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Applying paint in layers.

Question 45

What is the main difference between watercolor and acrylic paint?

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Watercolor is transparent, while acrylic is opaque.

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Acrylic paint is usually more expensive than watercolor.

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Watercolor dries much faster than acrylic.

Question 46

Which technique uses thin layers of paint to create depth and transparency?

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Glazing

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Scumbling

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Impasto

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Sgraffito

Question 47

What is the main use of a palette knife in painting?

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To mix and apply paint, especially for thick layers.

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To clean brushes.

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To create fine details.

Question 48

Which artist is famous for using thick, textured layers of paint in their artwork, a technique called impasto?

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Vincent van Gogh

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Leonardo da Vinci

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Pablo Picasso

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Claude Monet

Question 49

You're painting a landscape with a bright sunset. What color would you use to create a warm, glowing effect?

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Orange

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Blue

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Purple

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Green

Question 50

What's the best way to clean brushes after using oil paint?

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Use turpentine or mineral spirits.

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Let them dry naturally.

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Use soap and water.

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a common type of brush used in painting?

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Sculpting brush

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Fan brush

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Flat brush

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Round brush

Question 52

How can you get a smooth, blended look when using acrylic paint?

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Use the wet-on-wet technique, applying paint to a wet surface.

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Apply thick layers of paint with a palette knife.

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Use a dry brush technique, applying paint with a barely wet brush.

Question 53

What is the main purpose of gesso primer when painting?

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To create a smooth, even surface for paint to stick to.

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To add texture to the painting surface.

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To protect the canvas from moisture.