15th Century: Northern Europe and the Iberian Peninsula II Practice

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the steps in the intaglio process?

Answer 1

Lines are carved into a surface, ink is applied to the carvings, and then the surface is put through a press with paper

Question 2

Where was the first printing press created?

Answer 2

The first printing press was created in Europe, specifically, Germany

Question 3

In which century were woodcuts and engravings popular art forms?

Answer 3

Woodcuts and engravings were popular art forms during the Renaissance, particularly in the 15th and 16th centuries

Question 4

Which of the following best explains the positive effect of printmaking on the economy of the time period?

Answer 4

Books were made more quickly and effectively

Question 5

Woodcut engraving allows for much finer detail than metal engraving.

Please select the best answer from the choices provided

Answer 5

False

Question 6

What is the difference between a woodcut and intaglio?

Answer 6

Woodcuts are made from wood, and intaglio involves engraving with metal

Question 7

What artist created this engraving?

Answer 7

None of the above

Question 8

What literary work contains this woodcut?

Answer 8

Canterbury Tales

Question 9

Where was the first publishing house built?

Answer 9

England

Question 10

What effect did printmaking have on illustrators?

Answer 10

Their work could be seen by many, helping them gain notoriety