1. A substance applied on a canvas as a preparatory coat (e.g. gesso) is known as a...

2. What technique is described in the following paragraph?

The technique "consists in brushing a transparent layer of paint over another thoroughly dried layer of opaque paint. [...] The two layers of paint are not physically but optically mixed. [This technique] is similar to placing a sheet of colored acetate over a monochrome photograph, [...and] creates a unique "shine through" stained glass effect that is not obtainable by direct mixture of paint".
Source: http://www.essentialvermeer.com

An example of the use of this technique is Vermeer's Girl with the Red Hat (ca. 1665-1667).

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3. The act of painting outdoors is known as ............. ................ painting.

4. Watch the video "Oil Painting Tips : Acrylic Paint vs. Oil Paint" posted by eHow at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHDGBLXvFsE 

According to the video, only one of the following statements about oil paints and acrylic paints is right. Which one? 

5. A substance consisting of resin dissolved in a liquid, applied in order to give a hard, clear, shiny surface when dry is...

6. Which technique did Rembrandt use inThe Nightwatch?

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7. Which word corresponds to the definition below?

"a form of resin taken from trees and made into a chemical having a very strong odor and a strong, bitter taste, used as a solvent" (Source: WordReference)

8. What do you call a device consisting of bristles fastened into a handle, used in painting?

9. What is the object in the photo?

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