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Arts and Humanities Quick Recall Questions
The clarinet is a member of which family of musical instruments?
Woodwind
What 20th century American composer of music is best known for works such as “Rhapsody in Blue and “Porgy and
Bess”? George Gershwin
You can get there only if you “practice, practice, practice.” What famous concert hall in New York City was home to the
New York Philharmonic Orchestra until 1959? Carnegie Hall
What is the name for a painting done on wet plaster?
Fresco
What is it called when an artist creates a work made from a plate of glass on which the artist has produced a design
using acid? Etching or Glass Etching
What is the name of a group of five musicians playing together?
Quintet
In classical mythology, what king unknowingly killed his father and married his mother?
In music, what is the opposite of forte?
Oedipus
Piano
This composer’s first opera was unsuccessful, but he became famous because of his work Maple Leaf Rag. Who was this
American composer best known as the founder of ragtime music? Scott Joplin
First and last name required. This character has been made extremely popular by the actoree and comedian Mike
Myers. Name this fictional British detective who has battled Doctor Evil.
Austin Powers
This Spanish dance usually has a triplet on the second half of the first beat of the bar. Name the dance that is also the
title of a ballet by Ravel and a piano piece by Chopin. Bolero
This artist used his sister and his dentist as the models for the elderly farmer and his wife or daughter who appear in his
most famous painting. Name this American painter of American Gothic.
Grant Wood
In art, this subtractive technique makes the final form a reduction of the original mass of stone, wood or other material.
Name this sculpting technique that is used to make most sculptures. Carving.
This Disney production became an instant success and the movie led into plays, merchandise and CDs. Identify this
Disney movie with the main characters being Troy, Gabriella, Sharpay, Ryan, Chad and Taylor. High School Musical
This Egyptioan god defeated his uncle Seth (set) to avenge the death of his father. Name this falcon-headed god who
was the son of Osiris (oh-sy-rus) and Isis (eye-zis). Horus
Poseidon is the Greek god of the sea and the brother of Zeus. What is the Roman name of this god, that is also the eight
planet from the sun? Neptune
“I’ve got no strings to hold me down/ To make me fret, or make me frown/ I had strings but now I’m free/ There are no
strings on me.” In which Disney film does the title character sing these lines? Pinocchio.
The Academy Awards, more commonly called by this name, recognize excellence in the motion picture industry. Identify
the other name for Academy Awards, which can also serve as a man’s name. Oscar(s)
It is determined by how many vibrations occur in a one second interval in music. What is this term that describes how
tones sound in terms of high and low in relation to one another? Pitch
Artists are often commissioned to paint these representations of specific people. They can be done of other people or
the artist can paint himself. Name this type of painting with examples such as the Mona Lisa and those done of
members of royal families. Portraits
An outgrowth of the German landler, this dance appeared in France after the Revolution and in England in 1812.
Identify this turning and gliding dance for couples in three-four time. Waltz
She is an influential book critic, an Academy Award-nominated actress, and a magazine publisher. In 2005, Business
Week ranked her as the greatest black philanthropist in American history. Name the host of the highest rated talk show
in television history. Oprah Winfrey
This Baroque composer taught at the Venetian orphanage for young girls and was known as “The Red Priest.” Who was
this Italian man most famous for his work The Four Seasons? Antonio Vivaldi
This famous playwright is known as the Bard of Avon. Who wrote the plays “The Merchant of Venice” “The Tempest”,
“King Lear” and “Romeo and Juliet”? William Shakespeare
A Descendant of the West African lute, it was brought to America during the slave trade. Name this instrument with a
fretted neck and circular frame that is used in Dixieland jazz, country and bluegrass. Banjo
Picasso’s Still Life with Chair Caning is the first example of this. Name this type of art work that is made up of bits and
pieces of two-dimensional materials pasted onto a surface. Collage
It originated in Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom in 1928 where it was known as the Lindy. What is this dance for couples that
was popular during the swing era of the 1930s and 40s? Jitterbug
This type of painting contains a main subject that is purely a setting such as countryside without human figures. Name
this type of painting that was commonly done by the American artist John Constable. Landscape (Painting)
Michelangelo painted nine scenes on the ceiling of a Vatican building in Rome. Give the name of the building where
Michelangelo painted scenes such as the Creation of Adam. Sistine Chapel
This French composer had many operas, but is most famous for his masterpiece known as Carmen. Identify this noted
composer of the Romantic era. (Georges) Bizet (bee-zay)
This woman left the Today show to become the anchor at CBS news. Identify the first woman to become a head anchor
for a network nightly news show. Katie Couric
The Cathedral Complex in Pisa was completed in 1272 AD and is able to perfectly show Italian Romanesque architecture.
What is the name of the complex bell tower, which has tilted 13 feet from it original position, making it the most famous
building at the cathedral. The Leaning Tower of Pisa
This famous Greek warrior was dipped in the river Styx by his mother, in order to make him invincible. Name this
character in Homer’s Iliad, who was killed in the Trojan War by an arrow that struck his heel. Achilles
The Lord of the Rings trilogy written by JRR Tolkien was made into a series of movies. Give the name of the hobbit in
this story who attempts to destroy this ring in the fires of Mordor. Frodo Baggins
This material is translucent oil color used to change the tone of a painted surface. Identify this substance often used as a
glassy coating applied to ceramics. Glaze
This film was originally released in 1988, and has since been a broadway production. A remake was released in 2007.
What is the name of this film that is set in 1962 Baltimore, and follows a teen named Tracy Turnblad as tshe pursues
stardom as a dancer on the Corny Collins show? Hairspray
This animated film is based on the classic fairy tale of Little Red Riding Hood, bit is includes Red, Grandma, the Wolf, and
the Lumberjack all working together in the end. What is this film in which the main characters work to uncover a plot to
steal Grandma’s secret recipes? Hoodwinked
Artists who were associated with this art movement include Monet (moh-nay), Manet (mah-nay), Renoir (ren-wah),
degas (day-gah) and Pissarro. What is this art movement that is mostly concerned with light and its effects?
Impressionism
The grand type of this dance maneuver, the thighs are almost brought to a horizontal position. What is this dance move
in which the knees are bent? Plie (Plee-ay)
This Greek mythological character was the subject of a dramatic work by Aeschylus (es-kuh-lus). Name the character
who was chained to a rock for eternity for stealing fire from the gods. Prometheus
This art term can be defined as “a mathematical relationship between the size of one part of an artwork and the other
parts of the work.” Name this term that concerns the relationship of the parts of persons, buildings, or objects.
Proportion
The following men were composers during this time period: Hector Berlioz, Frederic Chopin, Johannes Brahms. Give the
name of this period that was concerned with conveying emotion through music. Romantic Period or Romanticism
This movie was produced in 2003 and includes classic monsters such as Dracula, the monster of Frankenstein, and the
werewolf. What is this film named after the primary nemesis of Dracula in the original Bram Stoker novel?
Van Helsing
This German composer was a church organist and musical director of St. Thomas Church. Name this composer most
famous for his Brandenburg Concertos and Godber Variations. Johann Sebastian Bach
ET, Jaws, Superman and Star Wars are all movies that have become modern classics because of their exciting storylines,
special effect and memorable music. What contemporary composer is responsible for the music in each of these films?
John Williams
This architectural structure is an upright, decorative pillar made up of a shaft and a crown known as capital. What are
these structures usually divided into styles known as Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian? Column(s).
This Roman mythological figure was the son of Venus, the goddess of love and beauty. Who is this god, often associated
with Valentine’s day, and portrayed with a bow and arrow? Cupid
This practice is sometimes raised to the level of an art form, but is also illegal in most locations. What name is given to
this drawing and writing on surfaces such as trains, cars, desks, and walls? Graffiti
This US Beverage company has existed for over 100 years and is headquartered in Atlanta, GA. Identify this company
that features a red-suited Santa Claus on its beverage cans each year at Christmas time. Coca-Cola Company
The first and best-known opera of German composer Engelbert Humbperdinck was based on a popular story from
Grimm’s fairy tales. Name the fairy tale in which a brother and sister are lost in the forest and come upon a house made
of candy. Hansel and Gretel
In strict historical terms, this period of art began in the middle of the 19th century with the Realist movement. What
term describes this period that is usually applied to the works of art composed by the contemporary world? Modern
Art
Lanston Hughes was a leader of the Renaissance movement named for what borough of New York City?
Harlem
This dance takes place to traditional German music in two-four time and its movement is characterized by three steps
and a hop. Name this social dance that originated in Bohemian fold dance in the 1830s Polka
An example of this type of architecture can be found at the monument Stonehenge. Name this artistic phrase which is
the constructions of vertical uprights supporting a horizontal beam. Post-and-lintel
Quality, pitch, and intensity, also known as volume, are the three properties of quantity?
Sound
This cable television network was launched in New York City in 1981. Its original purpose was to show music videos.
Identify this station, which today broadcasts a variety of pop culture and reality television shows as well. MTV
The costumes, the scenery, the makeup, the props, the audience that lifts you when you’re down. These are all part of
what business that is “like no business I know,” according to the Broadway musical Annie Get Your Gun?
Show Business
Commonly using phrases such as “i d k” “b r b” and “g t g” this new way of communicating on mobile phones is definitely
NOT “n b d” to those who perform it regularly. What is this style of communication consisting of sending verbal
messages, many of which are abbriviations, over mobile phones? Texting or Text Messaging
In music a string quartet is made up of a viola, a cello, and two of these. Identify this instruments that can also be
played a different way, making it a fiddle. Violin(s)
After the death of Obi-Wan Kenobi at the hands of Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker must continue his Jedi training under
another teacher. What is the name of this small, green being who lives on the remote planet of Dagobah? Yoda
It is considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and was dedicated to the Virgin Mary; its English translation is
“Our Lady.” Name this large cathedral in Paris, France that was named in a Disney movie in which a hunchback lived in
the bell tower. (Cathedral of) Notre Dame
She was killed when her scarf was caught in the wheel of her sports car and strangled her. Who was this pioneer of
modern dance known for her graceful performances in flowing outfits? Isadora Duncan
Harlequin and His Companion as well as The Three Musicians are two of this artist’s many works. Identify this famous
Spanish artist who greatly influence Cubism. Pablo Picasso
Name the well-known composer that wrote Don Giovanni and The Magic Flute.
Mozart
This stree4t is sometimes referred to as the “great White Way” because of its lights. What is the name of the
Manhattan street that is famous for its many theaters. Broadway
The film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory changed the focus of the original novel from its main character to the
Willy Wonka. Who is the main character in this story, who is given more attention in the remake starring Johnny Depp?
Charlie Bucket
This brand of portable media players became available in Oct. 2001. CEO Steve Jobs said it could “put 1000 songs in
your pocket.” Identify this Apple portable media player
At the end of a performance, a singer may respond to an appreciative applause by singing another piece or repeating a
piece. Identify the musical term meaning, literally, “again.” Encore
It can be defined as the material or technique in which an artist works, such as wood or canvas. What is this term most
often applied to the liquid in which color pigments are carried? Medium
According to greek mythology, this was the first woman to be created by the gods and entrusted with a special box.
Give the name of this woman who opened the box and released evil into the world. Pandora
Frederic Chopin (show-pan) wrote several of these musical pieces that have become very popular. What is this type of
Polish folk dance with sharply articulated rhythms? Polonaise (pahl-uh-nayz)
These colors can be mixed to make secondary colors. What name is given the colors red, blue and yellow?
Primary Colors
This Greek god defeated his father Cronus and released his sibling from the tian’s stomach. Give the name of this god
who served as the king of the Greek gods on Mount Olympus. Zeus
There are many different volumes of art, one example being material value, the cost of the art. Give the name of the
type of value that artwork has when it is used for purposes of a particular faith, such as stained-glass window in
cathedrals. Religious (Value)
In this painting method, the artist covers the canvas with single-color layers of paint, and then adds color in built-up
layers so that the first layer shows through to give tone and shading. Identify this type of painting which was perfected
by Jan Van Eyck. Oil (Painting)
Jean Baptiste Lully composed the first of these in 1653, and they later became popular in France and England. What is
this gliding dance that was characterized by close movement in formal, measured steps? Minuet
This Greek god and brother of Zeus abducted Persephone and made her his bride. Identify this god who was the ruler of
the Underworld. Hades
This story was made into a Disney film in 1950. Name this fairy tale in which a girl goes to a ball, meets her Prince
Charming, and later escapes from her wicked step-mother’s house by trying on a glass slipper. Cinderella
His ballets combine elements of classical dance with influences from jazz and social dancing. Name this American
dancer who choreographed Fiddler on the Roof and West Side Story. Jerome Robbins
Johny Depp has become very famous for his portrayal of this heroic trickster in a recent trilogy of films. Give the first
and last name of the main character of the Pirates of the Caribbean series. Jack Sparrow
Fidelio was the only opera written by this famous Romantic composer. Name this deaf composer who is best known for
his nine symphonies. Beethoven
Identify the awards given annually for excellence in theatre, particularly Broadway theatre. The Tony (Awards)
This is a lively dance in triple time that is accompanied with tambourines or castanets. Identify this dance that dates
from the 17th Century, making it one of Spain’s oldest known dances. Fandango
This term has been used to characterize all the artwork of the Middle Ages. What is this term which, today, has come to
mean “dark and mysterious” Goth(ic)