The Aesthetics of Choice
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According to Kant, what is beauty?

  • A subjective feeling (correct)
  • A social group preference
  • A property of any object
  • A standard of good taste
  • What does Kant say about good taste?

  • It can be empirically identified
  • It is the taste of the ruling class
  • It is based on social group preference
  • It is beyond reasoning (correct)
  • What does Bourdieu argue about the legitimate taste of society?

  • It is based on social group preference
  • It is the taste of the majority
  • It is the taste of the ruling class (correct)
  • It is beyond reasoning
  • What is bad taste?

    <p>An object or idea that does not fall within the moralizing person's idea of normal social standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is bombast?

    <p>High-sounding language with little meaning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between Kant's and Bourdieu's views on taste?

    <p>Kant believes in genuine good taste, while Bourdieu does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Simmel say about upper classes and fashion?

    <p>They abandon fashions as they are adopted by lower classes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kant say about the validity of a judgement based on taste?

    <p>It is not justified by personal preferences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the title given to any object or idea that does not fall within the moralizing person's idea of the normal social standards of the time or area?

    <p>Bad taste</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Discover your personal and cultural patterns of choice and preference with this quiz! Explore the fascinating world of aesthetics and philosophy as you answer questions about your taste and perception of beauty. Learn about Kant's perspective on good taste and how it relates to social groups. Find out if your taste aligns with the majority or if you have a unique perspective. Take this quiz and gain insight into your personal and cultural preferences.

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