USA HISTORY

THE ROAD TO REVOLUTION 1700 1774

THE AMERICAN ENLIGHTENMENT INTELLECTUAL AND SOCIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Baroque and Rococo are ____
A
forms of art and music that developed during the 17th and 18th centuries
B
political movements in the Enlightenment
C
new religions that developed during the Enlightenment
D
new inventions of the Scientific Revolution
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Both Baroque and Rococo art have similarities in their styles. They are recognized by their opulent decoration and aesthetically pleasing visuals. That being said, there is a marked difference in the tone that each style creates. Rococo has a more private, soft, pleasing feel while Baroque art is dramatic and powerful.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Baroque is a highly ornate and elaborate style of architecture, art and design that flourished in Europe in the 17th and first half of the 18th century. Originating in Italy, its influence quickly spread across Europe and it became the first visual style to have a significant worldwide impact.

Detailed explanation-3: -Art in 17th century Europe was overarchingly dominated by the Baroque style. Originating in Italy, the style spread throughout Europe as each country and region adapted the style. In general, the Baroque style is dramatic-utilizing dynamic diagonals, energetic movement, and expressive use of light and shadow.

Detailed explanation-4: -17th–18th centuries. The Baroque style used contrast, movement, exuberant detail, deep colour, grandeur, and surprise to achieve a sense of awe. The style began at the start of the 17th century in Rome, then spread rapidly to France, northern Italy, Spain, and Portugal, then to Austria, southern Germany, and Poland.

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