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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Robert was a ______________ child who could perceive danger and cope with it.
(a) Strange.
(b) Happy.
(c) Cautious.
(d) Wild.

2. Irwin's goal is to create art that leaves the observer how?
(a) In a meditative state.
(b) Content.
(c) Confused.
(d) Anxious.

3. After graduating from high school, Robert's buddies convince him to join them in doing what?
(a) Traveling the world.
(b) Studying art.
(c) Going to college.
(d) Signing up for the military.

4. As more of Irwin's works go on display and are sold, what happens to Irwin?
(a) The more confident he becomes in terms of being an artist.
(b) The wealthier and happier he becomes.
(c) The more remote he becomes to them and the less interest they engender in him.
(d) The more anxious he becomes.

5. Although many art critics disagree, Irwin connects his love of what to his later emergence as an artist--especially in the realm of folk art?
(a) Girls.
(b) Cars.
(c) Music.
(d) School.

Short Answer Questions

1. Irwin attributes his success at this gallery, at least in part, to what?

2. From what does Irwin begin to withdraw?

3. The time spent during this period causes what to end?

4. How does Robert wind up in Europe?

5. From what competitions does Irwin average $100 per week in prize money?

Short Essay Questions

1. After his second tour of duty, what does Robert do? How does he feel about this?

2. Who helps Ferus stay open? How does he do this?

3. How do those who grow up in this community view the world?

4. What does Irwin say about his success and its connection to LA?

5. What is the purpose of this section? How does Robert begin his first series of work at this time?

6. What does Blum think of Irwin's art?

7. What does Irwin do regarding the canvas to make the edges less noticeable?

8. Describe Irwin's liberal thinking.

9. What did Irwin love as a teen?

10. What things come to an end in this section?

(see the answer keys)

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