WONDER #2398: Who Was Vincent van Gogh?

Question 1 of 3

Vincent van Gogh was one of the best known painters of _______________________.

1. Post-Impressionism
2. Pointillism
3. Impressionism
4. 20th-Century

Question 2 of 3

Which is the BEST evidence that van Gogh was not a famous artist during his lifetime?

1. “Today, van Gogh’s paintings are some of the most well-known in the world.”
2. “He’s one of the best-known painters of Post-Impressionism. ”
3. “Eventually, van Gogh’s hard work paid off. ”
4. “He produced over 1,100 drawings and 900 paintings, only one of which sold while he was still alive.”

Question 3 of 3

What is the main idea of this Wonder?

1. Vincent van Gogh was the world’s greatest artist.
2. Vincent van Gogh was a Post-Impressionist painter whose work became famous after his death.
3. Vincent van Gogh painted “The Starry Night,” “The Bedroom,” and “Irises.”
4. Vincent van Gogh’s brother, Theo, supported him.

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