Exam Rubrics
How might an artist convey the theme of "isolation" in a sculpture?
By incorporating interactive elements that require multiple people to operate.
By designing a large-scale installation that fills an entire room with figures.
By creating a piece with a single figure separated from a group.
By using vibrant, contrasting colors to depict lively community scenes.
What development predominantly influenced Baroque artists' use of dramatic lighting and theatrical compositions in their work?
The advent of Cubism in the early twentieth century
The Catholic Reformation (Counter-Reformation)
The French Revolution at end eighteenth century
The invention of photography during the nineteenth century
Which movement is characterized by an emphasis on expressive color and brushstrokes, often depicting modern life?
Classicism
Baroque
Cubism
Impressionism
In updating a classic still life composition, which approach best utilizes both traditional and contemporary artistic practices?
Constructing three-dimensional prints based solely on computer modeling software.
Painting with oils using chiaroscuro on a digitally rendered canvas.
Assembling found objects from different eras in a photographic montage.
Sketching vintage objects exclusively with charcoal on paper.
In American history, what 1930s dynamic visual language aimed at capturing everyday American life during a time of economic hardship?
Social Realism
Surrealism
Rococo
Minimalism
What art movement emerged in the early 20th century that abstracted forms using fragmented shapes and interlocking planes?
Romanticism
Cubism
Realism
Surrealism
When evaluating an AP Art & Design portfolio, which aspect would indicate that an artist has taken risks while maintaining cohesiveness?
Reproduction. Thematic repetition without significant deviation or reinterpretation.
Relying exclusively. Sticking solely on digital media even if it's outside their expertise for consistency sake.
Integration of distinct yet thematically connected visual problem-solving strategies.
Frequent switching between unrelated mediums and subjects creating disjointedness rather than unity.

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Which element describes the surface quality or 'feel' of an object within an artwork?
Space
Texture
Color
Line
Which approach best exemplifies successful risk-taking for scoring highly on the sustained investigation section?
Employing a novel perspective or technique that evolves throughout the investigation.
Repeating effective but predictable solutions from earlier works without alterations.
Choosing safe themes known to resonate well with broad audiences without personal interpretation.
Sticking strictly to proven methods from past projects for reliability throughout the investigation.
Which term describes the repetition of elements or motifs in an artwork to create movement or pattern?
Rhythm
Contrast
Variance
Symmetry