Genres of painting and describing a picture
Answers are for parents and teachers.
1
Describe a famous painting in 6–8 sentences.
For example: This painting is a portrait. In the centre we can see a woman. Further back we can see mountains. She seems calm. I like it because ... .
2
Write 5 genres with examples.
For example: portrait – a face; still life – fruit; landscape – mountains; seascape – waves; cityscape – streets.
3
Passive questions and answers about 3 famous pictures.
For example: Who was Mona Lisa painted by? – Leonardo da Vinci. When was The Starry Night painted? – In 1889.
4
Four opinion sentences about a picture you like.
For example: I think it is colourful. I find it peaceful. It might represent hope. I like it because it looks real.