Exciting Facts: What do you know about Van Gogh?

Try this quiz to learn about the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh, download a coloring page on his famous bedroom and, learn six fascinating facts about him: facts about him.

Fast Facts

• He painted almost 900 paintings in 10 years.
• Van Gogh’s staples were coffee, cigarettes, and bread.
• The truth behind Van Gogh’s ear is still unknown.
• ‘Starry Night’ was created in an ‘asylum’
• Van Gogh was a pioneer of the post-impressionistic selfie.

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Vincent Van Gogh Quiz

Vincent Van Gogh

Vincent Van Gogh (30 March 1853 – 29 July 1890) was a Dutch post-impressionist painter. His work had a great influence on modern art because of its striking colours and emotional power. He suffered from delusions and fits of mental illness. When he was 37, he died by committing suicide.

1. In what country was Vincent Van Gogh born?

Spain France The Netherlands Germany

2. Vincent's first noted episode of depression occurred due to a relationship problem. Who was this with?

His employer A young lady A parent A sibling

3. Vincent Van Gogh had a few different occupations during his lifetime. Which one of these did he take up?

Astronomer Prison guard Biologist Missionary

4. In what city did Van Gogh attend the Academy of Fine Art?

Antwerp London Paris Rotterdam

5. Which is the ONLY painting in the list by Vincent Van Gogh?

Waterlilies Haystacks The Last Supper Starry Night

6. Which one of these paintings is NOT by Vincent Van Gogh?

"Field of Wheat with Cypresses" "Self-Portrait with Bandaged Ear" "Umbrellas" "Bedroom at Arles"

7. Vincent Van Gogh is famous for not only his art but for having cut off part of his ear. How did this come about?

He slipped while cutting sunflowers An accident while shaving After an argument with a friend He had a disease of the upper ear

8. How is Vincent Van Gogh generally believed to have died?

Suicide Murder Old age Accidental drowning

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