Consider both Auguste Rodin's The Kiss and the Head of King from the Yoruba kingdom of Ife, included in this chapter of the text. Compare and contrast the materials from which the works were created and the styles each work represents, mentioning at least two of the general categories of styles (cultural, period/historical, and school styles). Finally, discuss the themes of art that you believe
each work presents.
What will be an ideal response?
Both pieces are sculptural—one of bronze, the other of stone—and each is presented in a naturalistic manner. They are informed by the cultural realities of the time. Thematically, the head is of a spiritual nature. The Kiss is more emotional and physical.
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Which of these is not a blues tune written by the "father of the blues," W. C. Handy?
a. "Memphis Blues" b. "Beale Street Blues" c. "St. Louis Blues" d. "Love in Vain"
What word is used to describe any work of art that is experimental, innovative, or unconventional?
What will be an ideal response?
Choose three things that are mentioned in the book of Acts.
What will be an ideal response?
__________ can be defined as the rational organization of sounds and silences
passing through time.
a. melody b. ballet c. rhythm d. timbre e. music