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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 17.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. During this time period, Irwin works on __________ projects.
(a) Line.
(b) Dot.
(c) Scrim.
(d) Disc.

2. From what competitions does Irwin average $100 per week in prize money?
(a) Singing competitions.
(b) Piano competitions.
(c) Rock band competitions.
(d) Dancing competitions.

3. Irwin sets about reading everything he can about this philosophy, sometimes spending how much time reading, analyzing, and trying to understand every turn of phrase?
(a) All day.
(b) A week.
(c) Ten minutes.
(d) An hour.

4. This period chronicles Irwin's transformation from abstract impressionist to ________________ artisan.
(a) Abstract expressionist.
(b) Impressionist.
(c) Minimalist.
(d) Op artist.

5. With what does Ferus present Irwin?
(a) His first experience with contemporaries whose work is inferior to his own.
(b) His first experience in a gallery setting.
(c) His first experience with contemporaries with more art training.
(d) His first experience with contemporaries whose work is superior to his own.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much of an effect do the repercussions from World War II have upon Irwin and his buddies?

2. Irwin grows discontented with his show at ____________ in Los Angeles.

3. Irwin attributes his success at this gallery, at least in part, to what?

4. Irwin's goal is to create art that leaves the observer how?

5. Irwin is drawn to what?

(see the answer key)

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