Aesthetics and Art Quiz

What is the branch of philosophy dealing with notions such as the beautiful, the ugly, the sublime, and the comic, as applies to the fine arts?

• Formalism

• Imitationalism

• Aesthetics

• Emotionalism

Which aesthetic theory places emphasis on design qualities and the use of the elements and principles of art?

• Formalism

• Emotionalism

• Imitationalism

• Aesthetics

What is the aesthetic theory that requires a strong communication of feelings, moods, or ideas from the work to the viewer?

• Imitationalism

• Emotionalism

• Formalism

• Aesthetics

What is the adjective form of 'aesthetics' that pertains to a sense of the beautiful or to the science of esthetics?

• Aesthetical

• Aesthetic

• Aestheticism

• Aesthetically

Why is the study of Aesthetics and Art Criticism important in your life?

• To interpret visual information in daily life

• To become a professional artist

• To learn about different art forms

• To understand the history of art