1. John was born on June 11, 1776, in a small village to Golding and Anne Constable. Unlike many artists of his era, John was born into a rather wealthy family. His parents owned the third largest house in the village. What is the name of the village in which he was raised? Blakeney Point Long Melford East Bergholt Wicklewood

2. John was known around his village as the "sketcher," because at any given time, he could be seen looking out over a river and drawing what his eyes viewed. He was even known to go on sketching expeditions with John Dunthorne, a local plumber and glazier. It was during one of these expeditions, that Constable told his friend that he wanted to visit London. In which year did Constable visit London? 1794 1795 1796 1790

3. In 1799, John enrolled in the Antique Academy of London, and was a rather popular student, however for reasons which are unknown to historians, he left the Antique Academy in 1802 and enrolled in Dedham Vale to continue his artistic studies. It was during his time at Dedham Vale, that he met the son of the Bishop of Salisbury. The Bishop's son would become a source of encouragement to Constable, and the two would remain close throughout the remainder of Constable's life. What is the name of the Bishop's son? Dr James Fishman Dr John Fisher Dr Kenneth Fishburn Dr Keith Fishniski

4. In 1803, while visiting his home estate, Constable met a man by the name of Dr Rudde and his granddaughter. John was immediately taken with the young woman, and knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. What is the name of Dr Rudde's granddaughter? Answer: (Two Words. First and Last name...or just the surname.)

5. In 1816, Golding Constable, Sr. passed away, leaving John a sizable yearly income. With his new found income, he was able to finally marry the woman of his dreams. How much did John receive annually, as part of his inheritance? £250 £200 £150 £175

6. 1816 was not a good year for John painting wise, as he only sold two paintings during that year. Even though he had an annual income from his father's estate, he still needed to make some extra money to support his growing family, and attempted to do some portrait paintings, however, he soon realized that this was not his forté. John pressed on with his ambition to become a recognized painter, and in 1819, his goal was at least recognized in a review written in the "Literary Chronicle." What was the review that was given of Constable's work? That the young painter would become the leading landscape painter That Constable was an excellent painter, and that he was most envied by the said journalist That Constable was a force in which to be reckoned with in the art world That Constable was an exceptionally intelligent man, and that with his natural talents, would succeed in the art world

7. Constable went abroad in 1820 to view works from other artists. True False

8. Constable's "Stour Valley and Dedham Church" can be seen at the Museum of Fine Arts, which is located in Boston, Massachusetts. Why did Constable paint this particular landscape? He was enchanted with the countryside, and wanted to capture the beauty and essence that was his native land He created the painting so that his namesake would have something to remember him by, when he eventually passed onto the great beyond He created the painting as a token of love for his beloved wife, and it was meant to represent their love He was commissioned by Thomas Fitzhugh, as a wedding present for his betrothed

9. In or about 1828, he created this glorious painting, that shows the beautiful hills of the English countryside. In this creation, you can see the expansion of the land, a small donkey standing in front of a wagon near the road leading upwards towards the hills, and the clouds looming above. What is the name of this painting? Branch Hill Pond, Hampstead Study of Clouds at Hampstead Hampstead Heath, Looking Toward Harrow The Leaping Horse

10. In 1828, John's lovely wife passed away. He was very heartbroken and decided never to paint again. True False