Traditions and Cultures of Indiana University
Exam 3 (IU) Questions and Answers Exam
Characteristics of Art Deco Style - ANSWER>>-simple, repeated geometric
patterns that copy machine parts
-streamlined foliage (stereotypic decorative elements)
-echoes of Greek, Roman, and Egyptian design
-example buildings: Empire State and The Chrysler
Characteristics of Collegiate Gothic Style - ANSWER>>-individualized decorations
that differ from each other
-windows and doors topped by arches
-sculpted, 3D decorations that sit on the buildings' walls
How does Art Deco differs from Collegiate Gothic? - ANSWER>>decorations for
machine production as opposed to those that are individually made by hand
Dean Wilfred Bain - ANSWER>>head of the School of Music and created the opera
program
-was "indefatigable" in his desire to create the finest music school in the world
-used his charm to bring students here
-was bold
Indefatigable - ANSWER>>never tired out
temerity - ANSWER>>audacity, boldness
What did Bain promise to Wells? - ANSWER>>to be a faithful supporter of the
nascent opera program
,Nascent - ANSWER>>coming into existence, emerging
The Musical Arts Center (MAC) - ANSWER>>was one of the finest concert halls in
the world and was an ideal venue for opera
IU Opera Theater - ANSWER>>put the school of music on the academic map
The School of Music - ANSWER>>built with limestone in the art-deco style
-had classrooms, practice facilities, performing space (Recital Hall, which has 400
seats)
What was Wells a strong supporter of? - ANSWER>>supported the arts, through
the classroom and community recreation
"(IU) is the American ideal of educational opportunity"
IU Auditorium - ANSWER>>auditorium with first class seating and 3,000 seats that
has performances from Broadway to political figures to rock shows
-"cultural capital"
-Benton mural in auditorium lobby
Benton Murals - ANSWER>>murals called "The Cultural and Industrial History of
Indiana" created by Thomas Hart Benton
-largest continuous mural cycle in the world
-tells the story of Indiana (depicts the culture and industrial side)
-very controversial due to the illustration of the KKK
Where are the Benton Murals located on campus? - ANSWER>>IU auditorium
lobby, woodburn hall, and university theater
Ensconced - ANSWER>>comfortably settled
, B. Winfred Merril - ANSWER>>head of the music department, which eventually
became the school of music in 1937
-has experience as a conductor, teacher, and administrator
-the department offered classes in music history, musical form, elements, and
orchestra
Merrill Hall - ANSWER>>original School of Music building, has art deco style
Opera - ANSWER>>key to expanding the School of Music
-had an academic focus, involving music theory and musicology and could profit
from a good music library as well as contribute to programs in music education
Bain Changing the Music School's Mission - ANSWER>>-he made it attractive for
world class musicians to come to IU to teach
-expanded the curriculum to include practical arts associated with opera
productions
-he encouraged theoretical study of music as a possible major
What does Jean-Paul Satre mean when he calls Calder's sculpture "lyrical
inventions"? - ANSWER>>music is abstract, but Calder has managed to capture its
meaning as a shape
In most disciplines, such as Folklore, professors are judged on the quality of their
publications, but for faculty in the School of Music who are performance artists.....
- ANSWER>>their success could be determined through critiques by their peers
What is the best explanation for the aptness of the parallel between Camilla
Williams and Jackie Robinson? ("the pioneer, the Jackie Robinson of her field") -
ANSWER>>they both broke barriers preventing people of color from entering
certain professions
Exam 3 (IU) Questions and Answers Exam
Characteristics of Art Deco Style - ANSWER>>-simple, repeated geometric
patterns that copy machine parts
-streamlined foliage (stereotypic decorative elements)
-echoes of Greek, Roman, and Egyptian design
-example buildings: Empire State and The Chrysler
Characteristics of Collegiate Gothic Style - ANSWER>>-individualized decorations
that differ from each other
-windows and doors topped by arches
-sculpted, 3D decorations that sit on the buildings' walls
How does Art Deco differs from Collegiate Gothic? - ANSWER>>decorations for
machine production as opposed to those that are individually made by hand
Dean Wilfred Bain - ANSWER>>head of the School of Music and created the opera
program
-was "indefatigable" in his desire to create the finest music school in the world
-used his charm to bring students here
-was bold
Indefatigable - ANSWER>>never tired out
temerity - ANSWER>>audacity, boldness
What did Bain promise to Wells? - ANSWER>>to be a faithful supporter of the
nascent opera program
,Nascent - ANSWER>>coming into existence, emerging
The Musical Arts Center (MAC) - ANSWER>>was one of the finest concert halls in
the world and was an ideal venue for opera
IU Opera Theater - ANSWER>>put the school of music on the academic map
The School of Music - ANSWER>>built with limestone in the art-deco style
-had classrooms, practice facilities, performing space (Recital Hall, which has 400
seats)
What was Wells a strong supporter of? - ANSWER>>supported the arts, through
the classroom and community recreation
"(IU) is the American ideal of educational opportunity"
IU Auditorium - ANSWER>>auditorium with first class seating and 3,000 seats that
has performances from Broadway to political figures to rock shows
-"cultural capital"
-Benton mural in auditorium lobby
Benton Murals - ANSWER>>murals called "The Cultural and Industrial History of
Indiana" created by Thomas Hart Benton
-largest continuous mural cycle in the world
-tells the story of Indiana (depicts the culture and industrial side)
-very controversial due to the illustration of the KKK
Where are the Benton Murals located on campus? - ANSWER>>IU auditorium
lobby, woodburn hall, and university theater
Ensconced - ANSWER>>comfortably settled
, B. Winfred Merril - ANSWER>>head of the music department, which eventually
became the school of music in 1937
-has experience as a conductor, teacher, and administrator
-the department offered classes in music history, musical form, elements, and
orchestra
Merrill Hall - ANSWER>>original School of Music building, has art deco style
Opera - ANSWER>>key to expanding the School of Music
-had an academic focus, involving music theory and musicology and could profit
from a good music library as well as contribute to programs in music education
Bain Changing the Music School's Mission - ANSWER>>-he made it attractive for
world class musicians to come to IU to teach
-expanded the curriculum to include practical arts associated with opera
productions
-he encouraged theoretical study of music as a possible major
What does Jean-Paul Satre mean when he calls Calder's sculpture "lyrical
inventions"? - ANSWER>>music is abstract, but Calder has managed to capture its
meaning as a shape
In most disciplines, such as Folklore, professors are judged on the quality of their
publications, but for faculty in the School of Music who are performance artists.....
- ANSWER>>their success could be determined through critiques by their peers
What is the best explanation for the aptness of the parallel between Camilla
Williams and Jackie Robinson? ("the pioneer, the Jackie Robinson of her field") -
ANSWER>>they both broke barriers preventing people of color from entering
certain professions
