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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which is a traditional object used in covering the figures in nude paintings?
(a) Fig leaves.
(b) Water.
(c) Mirrors.
(d) Books or papers.

2. What could be stated as the theme of pages 40 and 41?
(a) The warmth and comfort associated with everyday events and occurrences.
(b) The loss of meaning in a world of black and white photography.
(c) The enhanced wealth and power of political figures.
(d) The heightened sensual and provocative essence of a woman.

3. What image is obviously coupled with Ruben's painting on pages 42 and 43?
(a) A photo shoot of a woman provocatively posed.
(b) A self-portrait by Rembrandt.
(c) A still life by Van Gogh.
(d) A publicity image of a famous movie star.

4. Who is meant to be the ideal viewer of pages 42 and 43?
(a) Female consumers.
(b) Businessmen.
(c) Contemporary artists.
(d) Art historians.

5. How do Berger et al. refer to a woman's dual role?
(a) Image and imaginary.
(b) Seen and sight.
(c) Surveyor and surveyed.
(d) Needs and wants.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is an example of how creating a reproduction can change the meaning of a painting?

2. What do Berger et al. say about the portrayal of naked women in early European oil paintings?

3. According to the authors, how is the focus of a man's power different than a female's?

4. What would be a surprising image to display on pages 42 and 43?

5. In Chapter 2, what image is prominent on the first set of facing pages 36 and 37?

(see the answer key)

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