Can You Get 100% On This Awesome Artists Quiz?
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Throughout history, people have made fortunes through their artistic abilities. If someone has a creative mind and the means to express that creativity, they can become rich and famous. Take this quiz and see what you know about the different ways you can make it through artistic expression!
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Question 1
What is the name of this classic painting?
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AThe Creation Of Adam
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BMona Lisa
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CThe Scream
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DAmerican Gothic
American Gothic
The 1930 painting by Grant Wood titled "American Gothic" is proudly displayed in the collection of the Art Institute of Chicago. According to Wood, this masterpiece was inspired by "the kind of people I fancied should live in that house".
Question 2
The cosmetic tool in this image is used to _____.
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APlump Lips
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BCurl Lashes
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CBlush Cheeks
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DPluck Hairs
Curl Lashes
The hand-operated tool in the image is an eyelash curler used to, you guessed it, curl those beautiful lashes! An eyelash curler is generally used on the upper lashes only.
Question 3
James Abbott McNeill Whistler is best known for his painting titled "Arrangement in Grey and Black No.1". Who was this a painting of?
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AHis Daughter
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BHis Mother
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CHis Father
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DHis Teacher
His Mother
Painted by James McNeill Whistler in 1871, "Arrangement in Grey and Black No.1" is best known as "Whistler's Mother" as it's a depiction of his mother, Anna McNeill Whistler.
Question 4
Which type of protective protein largely makes up the composition of fingernails?
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AKeratin
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BMyosin
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CTitin
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DElastin
Keratin
Fingernails are largely made from the protective protein known as keratin. This protein is also found in skin, hair, claws, hooves, and horns of other vertebrates.
Question 5
The elements, or principles, of visual design serve to create aesthetically pleasing imagery. Which of the following elements involves placing two colors with perceivable differences side by side to make an image "pop"?
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ALine
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BBalance
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CContrast
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DTexture
Contrast
The various elements of visual design serve as the building blocks of art design. Although contrast can be achieved with more than just color, when an image needs that extra "pop," it usually means it needs more contrast.
Question 6
What product should you use to give your lips a subtle pop of color and glassy shine?
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ALipstick
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BLip Gloss
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CRouge
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DLip Liner
Lip Gloss
While lip liner is used to create a border around the lips and lipstick gives a powerful punch of color, lip gloss will give your pout a shiny, tinted appearance.
Question 7
Paintings of soup cans and Coca-Cola bottles are characteristic of which artist?
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ABasquiat
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BLichtenstein
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CWarhol
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DKlimt
Warhol
American artist Andy Warhol was a prominent figure in the visual art movement and well-known for his eccentric pop art. Among his most popular pieces include "Campbell's Soup Cans" and "3 Coke Bottles".
Question 8
What staple cosmetic product is used for darkening, lengthening, curling, coloring, and thickening the eyelashes?
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AEyeshadow
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BEyeliner
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CMascara
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DBronzer
Mascara
Mascara is a hugely popular makeup tool used to enhance the eyelashes. Although this product can come in various forms, such as liquid, powder, or cream, the most common components are oils, waxes, preservatives, and pigments.
Question 9
What type of manicure involves dipping hands into warm wax to hydrate the skin and open the pores?
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ABrazilian Manicure
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BParaffin Manicure
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CDeluxe Manicure
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D3D Manicure
Paraffin Manicure
A Paraffin Manicure is an added treatment where the hands are dipped in warm paraffin wax, which opens the pores and hydrates the skin. This treatment is also known to help relieve sore joints and muscles while improving circulation.
Question 10
Nail primer greatly influences the longevity of gel and acrylic nail design. What is the appearance of a weak or contaminated nail primer?
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AClear
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BCloudy
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CBright Blue
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DJet Black
Cloudy
Nail primer, used to remove grease and alter the pH levels, is generally clear and colorless. When it loses its strength or becomes contaminated, it takes on a cloudy appearance.
Question 11
Which of the following is NOT a key step in the graphic design process?
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ADefine
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BCreate
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CTest
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DSocialize
Socialize
While the number of steps vary based on schools of thought, establishing the definition, creating, and testing are universal steps. Of course, it's important to discuss with clients and coworkers, but socializing isn't necessarily part of the design process.
Question 12
What dangerous ingredient was commonly found in certain cosmetic products during the Victorian Era and post-Civil War era?
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AArsenic
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BTobacco
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CPesticides
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DAcid
Arsenic
Sadly, arsenic-laced lotions became popularized during the Victorian Era and post-Civil War era because they were marketed to give woman a clear, pale complexion. Despite this horrific discovery, other lethal ingredients were later used in substitution, such as lead, mercury, and radiation.
Question 13
In terms of graphic design, what does "CMYK" stand for?
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ACyan Magenta Yellow Black
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BCyan Mauve Yellow Brown
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CChartreuse Magenta Yellow Blue
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DCream Maroon Yellow Black
Cyan Magenta Yellow Black
The CMYK color model stand for the four basic colors used for printing color images, "Cyan Magenta Yellow Black". These colors are "subtractive," which means that they become darker as they get blended together.
Question 14
What specific makeup "look" is achieved by drawing a line right above the top lashes and extending it beyond the outer corner of the eyes?
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ASharp Eye
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BPanda Eye
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CSmokey Eye
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DCat Eye
Cat Eye
The classic "cat eye" look is a highly sought-after style that's great for creating a dramatic illusion. This trend requires a steady hand and keen eye for detail, which explains why it's so popular among makeup artists!
Question 15
The process of using cosmetics to define, enhance, and sculpt the structure of the face or other parts of the body is known as _____.
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ASetting
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BBlushing
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CContouring
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DRouging
Contouring
Makeup artists use contouring to give the face more structure and pronounced shape. This technique is achieved through light and dark shading, or highlighting and shadowing, to create a dramatic illusion.
Question 16
What substance is typically used to remove soft gel polish?
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AAcetone
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BToluene
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CPropionaldehyde
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DAcetaldehyde
Acetone
Toluene is often found in paint thinners, propionaldehyde is used to manufacture plastics, and acetaldehyde can be found in some fermented foods. On the other hand, acetone is highly useful for removing nail polish.
Question 17
What is the term used to describe the combination of visual weight and direction used to direct the movement of the human eye through a design?
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AElements
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BCompositional Flow
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CLayout
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DContrasting Color
Compositional Flow
The proper hierarchy of visual weight and direction in a composition is what creates an efficient compositional flow. This helps lead the viewer's eye through a design in a specific order as directed by the artist.
Question 18
Whether you use makeup primer for your eyes, lips, or face, it should always be applied _____.
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ABefore moisturizer and after makeup
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BAfter moisturizer and before makeup
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CBefore you hop in the shower
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DAfter moisturizer and makeup
After moisturizer and before makeup
Makeup primer is the perfect base for foundation or other face products to rest. It helps products to go on smoother and last longer by creating a barrier between the skin and the makeup.
Question 19
What type of glass is the strongest?
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AAnnealed Glass
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BLaminated Glass
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CFloat Glass
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DTempered Glass
Tempered Glass
Tempered glass, also known as toughened glass, is the strongest form of glass. In fact, it's four to five times stronger than float glass and is often used for safety purposes.
Question 20
Where would you typically apply the cosmetic product shown in this image?
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ALips
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BBrows
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CCheeks
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DEyelids
Eyelids
The image shown above is an eye shadow palette with a beautiful variety of colors. Eye shadow is commonly applied to the eyelids and under the eyes to make them stand out or appear more attractive.
Question 21
The work of Salvador Dalí was inspired by which artistic movement?
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ARealism
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BSurrealism
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CFauvism
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DModernism
Surrealism
Salvador Dalí was a highly-influential Spanish Surrealist artist born in Figueres, Catalonia. His work was known for unusual, striking depictions, with "The Persistence of Memory" being among the most recognizable.
Question 22
What early-20th-century avant-garde art movement is characterized by the use of geometric planes and shapes?
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ASurrealism
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BPop Art
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CExpressionism
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DCubism
Cubism
As the name suggests, Cubism is an artistic movement defined by the use of geometric planes and shapes. One prominent figure who regularly worked under the style of Cubism is Pablo Picasso.
Question 23
Which art process involves the creation of a pattern using numerous small dots?
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AGlazing
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BBlocking
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CCross Hatching
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DStippling
Stippling
The creation of an image using small dots to depict varying degrees of light and shadow is known as stippling. This technique involves using a greater number of dots close together for darker areas, and fewer dots spaced apart for lighter areas.
Question 24
Which design element is related to the surface quality of a composition?
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AColor
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BTexture
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CBalance
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DSound
Texture
The surface quality of a design relates to its smoothness, roughness, and overall physical feeling. In short, the design element which focuses on this aspect is texture.
Question 25
In the 17th century, who was known for their wide range of self-portraits?
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ARembrandt
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BCaravaggio
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CTitian
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DRaphael
Rembrandt
Although Leonardo da Vinci was also known for a few self-portraits during his time, Rembrandt created somewhere around one hundred self-portraits during the 17th century, including over forty paintings, thirty-one etchings, and nearly seven drawings.
Question 26
Let's start at the beginning - What's the first step in performing a proper manicure?
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ARemove Old Nail Polish
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BPush Back Cuticles
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CMoisturize Hands
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DClip Nails
Remove Old Nail Polish
The first step in a perfect manicure involves removing old nail polish, if any. Now that you have a clean slate to work with, it's time to clip, file, and buff the nails. Following this process, a professional nail tech will push back the cuticles.
Question 27
Which of the following factors is NOT related to the growth rate of fingernails?
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AHair Color
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BAge
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CClimate
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DOverall Health
Hair Color
Although the nail growth cycle is a relatively slow natural process, several factors play a role in how fast or slow your nails will grow. Age, climate, and overall health are commonly associated with nail health, while hair color is not.
Question 28
Warm colors are used in design to reflect energy, passion, and joy. Which of the following is NOT a warm color?
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AGreen
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BYellow
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COrange
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DRed
Green
The terms "warm" and "cool" are used to denote various colors and the feelings they evoke in art. Generally speaking, yellow, orange, and red tones are considered warm, while green, blue, and purple hues are considered cool.
Question 29
What natural phenomenon is capable of producing thin glass rods called fulgurites?
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ARain
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BThunder
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CLightning
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DWind
Lightning
Many consider mother nature to be the original glassblower, creating beautiful glass rods known as "fulgurites" from lightning strikes on beaches.
Question 30
In order to be printed clearly, an image should have a resolution of 300 dpi. What does "dpi" stand for?
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ADecibels Per Inch
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BDots Per Image
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CDesign Per Image
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DDots Per Inch
Dots Per Inch
Resolution measures the number of dots or pixels that can fit into one inch of an image. The higher the resolution, the more sharp or crisp the image will appear.
Question 31
Which of the following is NOT one of the natural materials found in most types of glass?
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ASoda Ash
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BLimestone
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CSand
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DMarble
Marble
Miraculously, glass is entirely composed of natural and abundant raw materials, including sand, soda ash, and limestone, that are liquefied at extremely high temperatures to create glass.
Question 32
What is the most important goal of a graphic designer?
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AEfficiently communicate a message
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BMake a stunning piece of visual art
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CImpress the clients
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DCreate an image that makes people feel good
Efficiently communicate a message
A graphic designer is hired to effectively display specific information in an appealing way that captivates audiences. They use various methods, including typography, image, space, shape, and color.
Question 33
Which Chinese dynasty was known for extremely long nails?
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AShang
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BMing
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CSui
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DTang
Ming
With the introduction of homemade nail polish around 3000 B.C., the Chinese were pioneers of the nail art world. During the Ming dynasty, extremely long nails were common, and often protected by gold and jewels.
Question 34
Which color scheme is best reflected by the image shown above?
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AAnalogous
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BTriadic
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CMonochromatic
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DSplit Complementary
Monochromatic
A monochromatic color scheme involves the use of tinting to create variations of one color. These related colors are made by adding lighter or darker shades to the original hue.
Question 35
In art, an initial layer of paint applied to a canvas serving as a base for other layers of paint is called what?
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AUnderpainting
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BBlocking In
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CDry Brushing
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DBottompainting
Underpainting
In painting, an underpainting is an initial layer of paint applied to a canvas as a base for future layers of paint. This foundation serves as an excellent method for establishing contrast for a piece.
Question 36
When car paint was invented in the 1920s, the idea for modern-day nail polish was born. What was the first established nail polish brand?
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AZoya
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BSally Hansen
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CNYC
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DRevlon
Revlon
The arrival of car paint in the 1920s sparked the idea for modern-day nail polish by a French makeup artist named Michelle Menard. At the time, Menard was working for a company called "Charles Revson," which was the inspiration for the name Revlon.
Question 37
What famous glass artist created the stunning piece of art pictured above titled "Saturno"?
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AMartin Blank
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BLino Tagliapietra
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CCarol Milne
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DKaren LaMonte
Lino Tagliapietra
Created in 2011 by Venetian glass artist Lino Tagliapietra, "Saturno" is a stunning work of art depicting the ringed planet Saturn. Beyond being a hugely successful glass artist, Lino Tagliapietra is also a renowned teacher and mentor who has played a major role in the international exchange of glassblowing processes
Question 38
Amber is the most common colored glass. Which of the following is NOT used to produce amber colored glass?
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ACarbon
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BHelium
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CIron
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DSulfur
Helium
Among the most common colored glasses, amber is created by adding together iron, sulfur, and carbon. Due to its relatively high level of carbon, amber is considered a "reduced" glass.
Question 39
Which of the following is a painting by Edvard Munch?
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AThe Kiss
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BThe Scream
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CWater Lilies
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DGuernica
The Scream
Quite possibly his most popular work, Edvard Munch's "The Scream" was inspired by a chance encounter. During a walk with friends, Munch paused for a breath and noticed the red sky as "tongues of blood and fire".
Question 40
What's the name of the nail art technique which involves rolling an intricate design onto the nail surface?
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ATaping
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BSplatter
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CBrushing
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DStamping
Stamping
The nail stamping technique is a method used for creating visually stunning designs on the nails. Once the desired design is transferred to the stamper, it's applied to the nail surface using a smooth rolling motion.
Question 41
What does the technique known as "kerning" do in a design?
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AAdds brighter colors
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BAdjusts the spacing between characters
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CCreates a pixelated image
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DMakes the image larger
Adjusts the spacing between characters
Kerning, also known as letter spacing, is the process of adjusting the spacing between characters to create a more visually appealing design. This technique can result in a dramatic difference in logos, headlines, and anything else that incorporates texts.
Question 42
Which of the following is NOT one of the primary ingredients found in most lipsticks?
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AClays
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BOils
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CWaxes
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DEmollients
Clays
Although clay was used thousands of years ago for lip coloring, it's not among the primary ingredients in modern-day lipsticks. Some innovative companies employ the use of clay to make sustainable products, but generally speaking, the primary ingredients are oils, waxes, emollients, and pigments.
Question 43
Hangnails are those pesky pieces of skin that jut out from the cuticles. Which of the following does NOT directly cause hangnails?
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AOily Skin
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BDry Skin
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CExcessive Finger Picking
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DExcessive Hand Washing
Oily Skin
While hangnails can be caused by a various things, oily skin is not typically a source of these bothersome pieces of skin. Technically, hangnails are not even part of the nail, they're comprised of the skin surrounding the nail.
Question 44
Sfumato is a painting technique used for _____.
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ACreating a 3-D effect
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BAdding a dynamic quality to black and white paintings
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CSoftening the transition between colors
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DCreating harsh lines with paint
Softening the transition between colors
The technique of blending tones and colors into each other gradually is known as "sfumato". This soft, hazy style is intended to mimic the area beyond what the eye is focusing on.
Question 45
What 19th-century art movement is characterized by somewhat small, thin dabs or strokes of primary unmixed colors to simulate an accurate depiction of reflected light?
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ASurrealism
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BModern Art
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CImpressionism
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DExpressionism
Impressionism
The Impressionism art movement is a 19th-century style characterized by visible brush strokes, open composition, and the natural appearance of objects and light. Unmixed colors in intentional strokes are used to simulate the actual reflective light and its qualities.
Question 46
What's the main difference between raster and vector images?
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AVector graphics are composed of pixels, while raster graphics are composed of paths
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BRaster graphics always appear 3-dimensional
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CRaster graphics are composed of pixels, while vector graphics are composed of paths
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DVector graphics are less complex than raster graphics
Raster graphics are composed of pixels, while vector graphics are composed of paths
In short, raster graphics are bitmaps, which are grids of individual pixels that collectively form an image. On the other hand, vector graphics are composed of paths and defined in terms of 2D points.
Question 47
Which of these substances is among the earliest recorded forms of nail polish used by Cleopatra and Queen Nefertiti?
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ASnake Venom
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BHenna
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CBlood
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DWet Sand
Henna
When it comes to self-care and beauty routines, Cleopatra and Queen Nefertiti were well ahead of their time. They popularized manicures by rubbing rich oils on their hands and staining their nails with henna.
Question 48
Who created the famous work of art pictured above titled "America Windows"?
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AMarc Chagall
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BHenri Matisse
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CJoan Miró
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DPablo Picasso
Marc Chagall
Marc Chagall’s America Windows, also known as the "Chagall Windows," is among the most treasured pieces of glass artwork in the Art Institute of Chicago.
Question 49
Which painter, draughtsman, printmaker, and sculptor is most closely associated with the Fauvism movement?
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AWarhol
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BMagritte
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CMatisse
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DDalí
Matisse
French artist Henri Émile Benoît Matisse was one of the forerunners in the Fauvism style alongside André Derain. Although this movement only lasted a few years, it created waves in the art world.
Question 50
Known for his colorful, large-scale art installations, who is the glass artist pictured above?
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ALouis Comfort Tiffany
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BDale Chihuly
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CMartin Blank
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DGinny Ruffner
Dale Chihuly
Originally from Tacoma, Washington, American glass sculptor and entrepreneur Dale Chihuly is best known for creating large-scale, colorful glass sculptures.
Question 51
In Renaissance portraiture, what animal came to symbolize fidelity?
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ACows
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BDogs
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CHorses
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DPigs
Dogs
Although their symbolism wasn't deciphered until later, many of the earliest known paintings were about animals. Specifically, dogs were depicted to symbolize fidelity, guidance, protection, loyalty, faithfulness, alertness, and love.
Question 52
What color concealer is used to combat redness?
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AGreen
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BBlue
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CTan
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DWhite
Green
Redness, irritation, and inflammation are all calmed by the use of green concealer. The color green can neutralize the color red due to its placement directly across on the color wheel.
Question 53
A tetradic color scheme uses a combination of four colors, which form a _____ on the color wheel.
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ARectangle
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BHexagon
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CCircle
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DTriangle
Rectangle
Tetradic color harmony brings together four colors that contain two sets of complementary colors. These colors form a rectangle on the color wheel, with the colors on the short side being space one color apart.
Question 54
Crafted from the tail of the kolinsky, sable brushes are essential for creating elaborate nail designs. A kolinsky is a species of what animal?
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AWhale
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BRabbit
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CWolf
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DWeasel
Weasel
A kolinsky sable-hair brush is used for various forms of fine art, including nail design. The hair for the brush is gathered from the tail of the kolinsky, a species of weasel. Although most brushes contain a 60/40 male to female hair ratio, the more male hair, the better quality the brush.
Question 55
Who is Kim Kardashian's long-time friend and trusted makeup artist?
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AJeffree Star
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BGucci Westman
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CJoyce Bonelli
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DMario Dedivanovic
Mario Dedivanovic
New York native Mario Dedivanovic has been working with Kim Kardashian as her primary makeup artist for more than a decade. Together, they've transformed the makeup industry and revolutionized the definition of beauty.
Question 56
Believe it or not, there are more nail shapes than just round or square, but which of the following is NOT one of them?
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AMagician
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BSquoval
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CBallerina
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DLipstick
Magician
Squoval is, you guessed it, a cross between square and oval nails, ballerina nails resemble pointed slippers, and a lipstick shape has a characteristic slant. According to many nail artists, the best way to determine which shape is right for you is to mimic the shape of your cuticle.
Question 57
Amazingly, the practice of painting on easels stems back to the 1st century. Who were the first known people to use easels?
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AItalians
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BFrench
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CGrecians
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DEgyptians
Egyptians
As an alternative to painting on walls, Ancient Egyptians have been using easels to enhance their art since the 1st century. The first written depiction of an easel was by Pliny the Elder.
Question 58
Approximately how long does a proper gel manicure last?
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A4 Weeks
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B1 Week
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C2 Weeks
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D6 Weeks
2 Weeks
Although gel manicures are a bit more expensive, they don't last quite as long as acrylic nails. Typically, gel manicures last around 10 to 14 days, after which the nails will begin to grow out and be noticeable.
Question 59
What role does an antiseptic play in nail care?
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ASterilizing metal nail care instruments
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BAllowing the polish to last longer
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CMaking the nails smell better
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DTreating minor cuts by destroying bacteria
Treating minor cuts by destroying bacteria
Skin antiseptics are used to ensure proper sanitation and eliminate harmful viruses, bacteria, and fungal infections.
Question 60
While every design element serves an important purpose, which is the most basic?
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AShape
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BSpace
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CColor
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DLine
Line
The line is the first and most basic design element. This essential principle is more than just a simple stroke, it's a means of connecting two points in a design.
Question 61
Which of the following was a popular makeup trend among the wealthy during the early 1900s?
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ALip Plumping
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BFace Enameling
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CHeavy Contouring
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DSmoky Eyes
Face Enameling
Early in the 1900s, makeup was not as hugely popular as it is today. While many women wore none at all, others painted their face to appear paler as this was a sign of wealth.
Question 62
Which of the following terms describes the random, liquid-like molecular structure of solid glass?
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AIndeterminate
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BPolycrystalline
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CAmbiguous
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DAmorphous
Amorphous
Glass is an amorphous solid, which may sound contradictory, but its molecular structure is without any clearly defined shape or form, similar to a liquid.
Question 63
Which of the following glassforming techniques involves fusing different glass sections?
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ARod Application
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BEncalmo
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CCold Working
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DLampworking
Encalmo
Classically known as "incalmo," encalmo is a Venetian glass blowing technique that fuses together different glass sections to create a desired look. This tricky technique requires that glassblowers work two separate bubbles of molten glass before joining them together.
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