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Question #1

The small size of the altarpiece suggests that . . .

A. the painting was for the altar of a small parish church.

B. the patron was poor.

C. the painting was made for a private home instead of a public church altar.

D. the painting was made for patrons who needed to move frequently.

Question #2

The painting contains many subtle and overt symbols of Christian belief.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #3

Which of the following is NOT true of Campin's Merode Altarpiece?

A. The scene of the Annunciation takes place in a contemporary Flemish home.

B. Campin painted himself kneeling in prayer in the panel on the left.

C. Campin used oil paint and its related techniques, which allowed him to achieve effects that were not possible with tempera.

D. Campin's work, as a craftsman and painter, is reflected in the tools and activities of Joseph's workshop.