Romanticism Rises by Goya (Europe — c. 1800) — Questions and answers

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Where can you go to see Goya's painting 'Saturn Devouring His Son' today?

Choices

  1. In Goya's old home, Quinta del Sordo
  2. At the Museo del Prado in Madrid ✓
  3. In a gallery in Bordeaux, France
  4. On the walls of a castle

Answer: At the Museo del Prado in Madrid

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What happened to Goya in 1793 that greatly changed his life?

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  1. He became very rich and famous.
  2. He moved to a different country.
  3. He lost his hearing and became deaf. ✓
  4. He stopped painting cheerful pictures.

Answer: He lost his hearing and became deaf.

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What was Goya's important job for King Charles IV?

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  1. He was the King's chef.
  2. He was the official court painter. ✓
  3. He helped the King write speeches.
  4. He designed the King's clothes.

Answer: He was the official court painter.

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Why did Goya's painting 'La Maja Desnuda' cause a big scandal?

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  1. It was painted with messy brushstrokes.
  2. It showed a nude woman, which was shocking for that time. ✓
  3. It was too small for people to appreciate.
  4. It was kept a secret and not shown to anyone.

Answer: It showed a nude woman, which was shocking for that time.

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Where did Goya go to paint his 'Black Paintings' on the walls?

Choices

  1. To a bustling city art studio
  2. To his quiet country house, Quinta del Sordo ✓
  3. To the King's royal palace
  4. To a friend's large mansion

Answer: To his quiet country house, Quinta del Sordo

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Who was supposed to see the 'Black Paintings' Goya made in his house?

Choices

  1. They were meant for all people in public museums.
  2. They were gifts for the Spanish monarchy.
  3. They were private paintings, not for public display. ✓
  4. They were painted for his art students.

Answer: They were private paintings, not for public display.

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What happened to the 'Black Paintings' after Goya sold his house?

Choices

  1. They were painted over by the new owner.
  2. They were immediately put into a museum.
  3. They were discovered years later and moved to canvas. ✓
  4. They were lost forever and never seen again.

Answer: They were discovered years later and moved to canvas.

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