Impressionism in Art History
Grade 10•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can describe the key characteristics of Impressionism and its significance in art history.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What are the main characteristics that define Impressionism as an art movement?
2. How did the socio-political context of France during the late 19th century influence the development of Impressionism?
3. Explain the significance of the Salon in the context of traditional art and how it contrasted with the goals of the Impressionists.
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