5.6.4 Bridgeview

What do you remember from the text? Choose the correct answer.

When did Lena start taking sculpture classes?
- on 9/11
- in 2001
- in 1997
What was Lena's dream when she started the art school?
- To bring contemporary art to Russia.
- To bring the classical tradition to the West.
- To teach Russian immigrants classical painting traditions.
Why was the classical tradition strong in Russia?
- Because the influx of contemporary art from the West was embraced only by the elite.
- Because most of the great classical artists were Russian.
- Because the iron curtain prevented Russia from being influenced by contemporary Western art.
Did Kat's parents encourage her to become an artist?
- Yes, because they both went to art school themselves.
- Yes, because they believed it would be a profitable profession.
- No, because they thought it could be difficult to make a living as an artist.
According to Matthew, what does it take to succeed as an artist?
- a serious level of determination
- financial support from others
- a unique talent

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