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What is the primary medium used in performance art?
Which of the following is considered the 'mother of the arts'?
Which of these materials is NOT commonly used in architecture?
How does poetry performance primarily express emotions?
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What does the term 'humanities' capture within its definition?
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Which root word does the term 'art' originate from that means to put together?
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What aspect of humanity do the humanities help to provide?
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Which form of art specifically uses rhythm in its expression?
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What is the primary therapeutic function of art?
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How does art function as an artifact?
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Which functions of art are considered personal?
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In which way does art fulfill a social function?
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What are physical functions of art primarily concerned with?
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What inclusion defines visual arts?
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Which statement is true concerning the personal functions of art?
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What is a key characteristic of filmmaking as an art form?
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What does actual texture refer to?
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Which type of texture expresses the idea of how a surface might feel?
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What is linear perspective based on?
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Which of the following represents how distance affects the appearance of objects?
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What best defines foreshortening in art?
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How does space relate to visual elements in art?
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What does the term 'subjective' refer to in the context of texture?
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What is a key aspect of the Artisan and Guilds practice in art?
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Which colors are classified as primary colors?
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What does the term 'value' refer to in the context of color?
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Which of the following does NOT represent a tertiary color?
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What does 'intensity' refer to in color attributes?
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Which color is commonly associated with happiness and abundance?
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What kind of subject does the category 'still life' fall under?
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Which of the following statements about the color wheel is true?
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In color psychology, which color is typically associated with death and gloom?
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What is a characteristic of organic forms in art?
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What does the term 'volume' refer to in the context of art?
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What is one of the primary roles of an art curator?
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Which of the following best describes a guild?
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Which artwork is known for its use of vibrant colors and emotional intensity?
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What is the significance of the Church of the Most Holy Trinity in Loay, Bohol?
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Which type of form is characterized by regular shapes such as circles and squares?
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What does the term 'positive' refer to in the context of colors in art?
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Study Notes
Humanities and Art
- Humanities originate from the Latin term "humanus," meaning refined or cultured, focusing on different cultural aspects of humanity.
- Art serves as both an expression of human feelings and thoughts and as an industry with aesthetic, cultural, and social values.
Performance Art
- Utilizes the human body as the primary medium, often incorporating visual art, props, and sound to convey meaning and emotion.
Poetry Performance
- An art form where emotions are expressed through words instead of traditional visual mediums like paint or charcoal.
Architecture
- Known as the "mother of the arts," architecture involves designing and constructing buildings, employing materials such as stone, concrete, and steel.
Dance
- Defined as a series of movements synchronized to music, dance can also serve therapeutic purposes for various physical and mental ailments.
Art as Artifact
- Art functions as an artifact representing the ideas and technology of a specific time and culture, providing insight into historical contexts. Upper Paleolithic Age paintings emphasize art's long-standing role in human expression.
Personal Function of Art
- Art's meaning and purpose are subjective, depending on the artist's intent and the viewer's interpretation.
Visual Arts
- Comprises a broad range of mediums, including painting, drawing, and digital imaging. Visual arts are the most commonly encountered art forms.
Film and Music
- Film combines still images to create movement, while music serves as a rich artistic form that complements other visual expressions.
Types of Color
- Primary colors: Red, Blue, Yellow
- Secondary colors: Green, Orange, Purple
- Tertiary colors: Combinations of primary colors.
Color Attributes
- Hue: Pure colors identified by names.
- Value: Lightness or darkness of a color.
- Tint: Lightened colors.
- Shades: Darkened colors.
- Intensity: Brightness or dullness of a color.
Psychology of Colors
- Black: Death and gloom
- White: Purity and innocence
- Red: Blood, anger, and fear
- Green: Happiness and abundance
Levels of Meaning in Art
- Factual: Basic identifiable meanings from artwork.
- Conventional: Acknowledged interpretations based on motifs and symbols.
- Subjective: Diverse meanings that arise from individual experiences with the artwork.
Visual Elements of Art
- Lines, colors, textures, perspectives, space, forms, and volume are essential components for understanding visual art.
- Linear perspective uses converging lines to depict distance; aerial perspective employs gradations of tone or color.
Artisanship and Guild Structure
- Artist practices historically focused on collaboration rather than individual achievements, emphasizing skill development within guilds.
- Philippine artisans created significant artworks commissioned by Spanish friars for churches and public spaces.
Role of Art Curators
- Art curators manage installations and exhibits in museums and galleries, interpreting artworks and ensuring their significance and relevance to the public.
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Explore the integral aspects of humanities and art, including performance art, poetry performance, architecture, and dance. This quiz delves into how these forms express human emotions and cultural values, highlighting the significance of art as both an expression and an artifact.
