VOCAB
To carefully choose something.
Select
What was the salon?
It was the most important art exhibition in France beginning in the 1600s.
She _______ against her parents' rules.
rebelled (rebel)
react
Make a sentence with the word 'react'.
True or False?
Emperor Napoleon III decided that the salon should accept all of the Impressionists' works.
False
Someone who judges things like movies, art, and music.
Critic
How did photography represent a challenge for artists?
Photographs had become widespread, and could perfectly capture reality.
I often listen to __________ music because it is popular.
mainstream
acceptance
Make a sentence with the word 'acceptance'.
A painting or drawing of arranged objects, like fruit, glassware, and flowers.
Still life
Liking one thing more than another.
Preference
How are the Impressionists remembered today?
They're remembered as genius artists, respected as deeply as the realistic artists they rebelled against.
You should __________ the gifts that your grandma gave to you.
appreciate
noticeable
Make a sentence with the word 'noticeable'.
I was surprised that Grandma knew so many ___________ music bands.
contemporary
An artist that paints in a style that show feelings or moods rather than fine details.
Impressionist
Describe the salon's strict preferences.
Paintings had to look realistic. Religious and historical themes were appreciated. Landscapes, still lifes, and contemporary scenes were not.
Even though he failed the test, he didn't feel ___________.
discouraged (discourage)
contemporary
Make a sentence with the word 'contemporary'.
Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of the Impressionists work?
a. historical themes
b. painted outdoors
c. quick, spontaneous brushstrokes
d. impressions of everyday life
a. historical themes
Thinking and talking about things as they are, not how you wish they were.
Realistically
How did people react to the Salon of the Refused?
It attracted a lot of attention. More people attended the Salon of the Refused than the Paris Salon. But few people took the rejected paintings seriously.
Consumers were excited during the sale period because there were ____________ discounts at the store.
spontaneous
realistically
Make a sentence with the word 'realistically'.
How did public opinion change about the Impressionists?
People gradually opened their eyes to the beauty of Impressionist art. Even the Salon began accepting the Impressionists' work, and artists like Monet finally achieved mainstream success.