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Question #1

Artemisia Gentilleschi was the most renowned female painter of the 17th century.

A. FALSE

B. TRUE

Question #2

What artistic 'group' did Artemisia follow?

A. Crumhorn

B. Caravaggisti

C. Churrigueresque

D. Confraternities

Question #3

Which is NOT true about Gentileschi's Judith Slaying Holofernes?

A. The painting emphasizes the bloody drama of Holofernes' dealth.

B. The painting is similar to Caravaggio's works in style.

C. The painting depicts a small and weak heroine.

D. The painting possibly reflects the artist's painful personal experiences.

Question #4

The work is notable for its use of all of the following EXCEPT

A. an emphasis on female heroic action

B. extreeme realism

C. dramatic use of light

D. idealized forms