Practice Social Realism (c. 1920s-1940s) - 6.1.2 | Unit 3: Art as Action – Social Commentary, Advocacy, and Transformation | IB MYP Grade 9 Visual Arts
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6.1.2 - Social Realism (c. 1920s-1940s)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is Social Realism?

💡 Hint: Think about its focus on social issues in art.

Question 2

Easy

Name one artist associated with Social Realism.

💡 Hint: Consider notable muralists in history.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What was the primary focus of Social Realism?

  • Aesthetics
  • Working-class struggles
  • Abstract concepts

💡 Hint: Consider what themes were prevalent in this movement.

Question 2

True or False: Diego Rivera's work focused primarily on abstract art.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of Rivera's art.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate the effectiveness of Diego Rivera's murals in promoting social change during his time. Provide specific examples from his work.

💡 Hint: Think about how visual art can impact public consciousness.

Question 2

Discuss how contemporary artists draw upon the legacy of Social Realism in their work. Provide examples.

💡 Hint: Consider parallels between past and present artistic movements.

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