Consider Vincent van Gogh's work, The Starry Night, included in this chapter of the text. Explain which function of art this work best fulfilled for the artist and how it impacts you as a viewer.
What will be an ideal response?
Responses will vary as this question requires personal subjective feedback. Responses should mention that Van Gogh sought to express his personal feelings as he stood on the outskirts of a small village in France and looked up at the night sky. Van Gogh had become intrigued by the belief that people journeyed to a star after their death, and that there they continued their lives.
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Classical Greek sculpture can best be described as
a) relaxed poses that sought to depict ideal form. b) chaotic figurative art that reflected an uneasy time. c) frontal art that was used as a receptacle for the ka. d) representing the history of Christianity.
Which type of connector has three conductors, one for each wire?
a. RCA b. phone c. mini-phone d. XLR
The various styles of jazz can be determined by: a. the social and political events that coincide with a particular style of jazz. b. the unique improvisation, rhythm and harmonies to a particular style of jazz. c. the hair styles and fashions that were prevalent along with a particular style of jazz
d. the popularity of the music with the general public.
What is the name of George Gershwin's folk opera?
A. Porgy and Bess B. West Side Story C. Show Boat D. Sound of Music