Test bank for Exploring Art: A Global Thematic Approach, 5th Edition

Test bank for Exploring Art: A Global Thematic Approach, 5th Edition 1. In which way can art be categorized? a. geographically b. historically c. chronologically d. thematically e. all of the above ANSWER: e 2. What's missing in this definition of art? Art is primarily a ____ medium that is used to express our ideas about our human experience and the world around us. a. human b. visual c. spiritual d. historical ANSWER: b 3. Art is a ____ phenomenon. a. natural b. scientific c. geographical d. human ANSWER: d 4. Art has several functions, including (choose the best answer): a. serving as a profession in society b. providing economic benefits to the artist c. protesting social injustice d. decorating museum walls e. all of the above ANSWER: e 5. Aesthetics is: a. a branch of philosophy b. a study of creativity c. a study of art and its effects d. none of the above e. all of the above ANSWER: a