Which statements describe a difference between Renaissance and medieval art?

Question

Choose all answers that are correct.

Responses

Renaissance artists focused almost solely on teaching the religious messages of the Christian Church.

Renaissance artists focused almost solely on teaching the religious messages of the Christian Church.

Renaissance artists looked back to classical times and styles.

Renaissance artists looked back to classical times and styles.

Renaissance artists developed techniques to portray children realistically.

Renaissance artists developed techniques to portray children realistically.

Renaissance artists used very little light and shadow, so the figures looked flat.

Answer 1

The correct statements that describe a difference between Renaissance and medieval art are:

1. Renaissance artists looked back to classical times and styles.
2. Renaissance artists developed techniques to portray children realistically.

The other two statements are incorrect. Renaissance artists did not focus almost solely on teaching religious messages; they also explored humanism and secular themes. Additionally, Renaissance artists developed techniques such as chiaroscuro and sfumato to create depth and realism, using light and shadow effectively, contrary to the claim that they used very little light and shadow.