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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The time spent during this period causes what to end?
(a) His interest in making art.
(b) Many friendships.
(c) His art career.
(d) His marriage.

2. Descartes argued that the fundamental moment when everything is stripped away occurred where?
(a) In the cognito.
(b) In the cogito.
(c) In the congo.
(d) In the incognito.

3. ___________ years after the Whitney opening, Irwin is busy with multiple proposals for projects for cities and universities.
(a) Four.
(b) Ten.
(c) Three.
(d) Seven.

4. He assesses every stroke and analyzes each part against the whole. In the end Irwin wants his work to appear how?
(a) Very well-planned.
(b) Organized.
(c) Spontaneous.
(d) Meticulous.

5. His mother, like most other mothers, loved Robert's childhood drawings, but did the family focus on art or visit museums?
(a) Yes, rarely.
(b) Yes, frequently.
(c) No.
(d) Yes, sometimes.

Short Answer Questions

1. Robert Irwin has maintained a unique approach throughout his career. "He is an artist who got hooked on his own curiosity and decided to _____________" (p. 203).

2. What is one major difference between scientist and artist?

3. As a young teen who loves music, Irwin teaches himself to do what?

4. Although the level of artistry is superb in Irwin's eyes, this gallery is not making many sales--which they need in order to stay in business. Who comes to the rescue and greatly improves the fiscal operation of the gallery?

5. What is the focal point of each project to Irwin?

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