Haystacks Series by Claude Monet (France — 1891) — Questions and answers

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What was Claude Monet obsessed with capturing in his 'Haystacks' series?

Choices

  1. The fleeting moment ✓
  2. The exact number of haystacks
  3. The size of the paintings
  4. The prices they would sell for

Answer: The fleeting moment

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What big problem did Monet face early in his career when he was in London?

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  1. He couldn't find good paintbrushes.
  2. He had immense financial hardship and lacked money. ✓
  3. He missed his friends in Paris too much.
  4. He didn't like the weather in London.

Answer: He had immense financial hardship and lacked money.

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What type of art from Japan deeply influenced Monet and other Impressionists?

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  1. Origami sculptures
  2. Ukiyo-e woodblock prints ✓
  3. Ancient scrolls
  4. Samurai armor

Answer: Ukiyo-e woodblock prints

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How did critics first describe Monet's paintings?

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  1. As perfectly finished masterpieces
  2. As brilliant and revolutionary
  3. As sloppy and unfinished sketches ✓
  4. As boring and uninteresting

Answer: As sloppy and unfinished sketches

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What place became Monet's main inspiration after he moved there in 1883?

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  1. The city of Paris
  2. The countryside of London
  3. His gardens and landscapes in Giverny ✓
  4. His old studio

Answer: His gardens and landscapes in Giverny

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Where can you find Monet's 'Haystacks' series today?

Choices

  1. In a secret private collection
  2. Only in his old studio in Giverny
  3. In museums around the world ✓
  4. They have been lost over time

Answer: In museums around the world

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