Chapter 12 Comprehension Quiz

. In the context of museum etiquette, which of the following is true of the general norms in museums?

All museums discourage painting and sketching to prevent messes.

Exhibits generally do not allow touching.

Most exhibits prohibit all types of photography except flash photography.

. Which of the following statements is true of art walks?

They tend to benefit the galleries but not the artists whose works are exhibited.

They are different from open studios in that they do not give people an opportunity to meet the artists.

They provide access to studios and galleries and are often accompanied by other cultural activities.

. Which of the following statements is true of art galleries?

They are meant to display art noncommercially and do not sell any form of art.

They can be brick and mortar businesses or online presences.

They require visitors of all ages to pay a fee before entering.

. Which of the following statements is true of art fairs?

They are always focused on a single craft or medium.

They are often attended by the actual artists.

. Which of the following statements is true of propaganda?

It attempts to create social change through persuasive art.

It is now seen as neutral, unlike in the past when it was viewed negatively.

It must have a complex structure to be effective.

. If you immediately recognize The Thinker, you and others can use this image's cultural importance and meaning as a shorthand for more complex ideas. In this context, which of the following statements is true of cultural capital?

It defines art narrowly and specifically.

It goes against popular culture.

It helps find art in places we might not expect it.

. Which of the following statements is true of outsider artists?

They are known for adhering to the norms of traditional art.

They make art from deeply personal instincts, usually with low cost, accessible materials.

They often have extensive professional training.

. Imagine that you decide to create a self-portrait. After you spend some time thinking about it, you suddenly have a moment of clarity about how you will create the portrait and begin to refine your approach. You then realize that you are ready to get to work. In the context of the creative process, which of the following stages does the given scenario best describe?

The illumination stage

The preparation stage

The verification stage

. According to the American Art Therapy Association, which of the following statements is true of art therapy?

It is an integrative mental health and human services profession.

It is conducted as a one-day workshop beyond rather than within hospital walls.

It requires participants to possess some form of skill related to art.

. There are many ways you can learn about art either through appreciation or by making it yourself. If you'd rather not leave the house, you can access some art classes for free through ________ courses, or MOOCs, using which you can take courses such as Intro to Photography, Drawing and Painting Fundamentals, or Touring Modernism with professors from Harvard, Yale, Duke, the Art Institute of Chicago, and many more.

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