Quiz on Humanities and Art

Which of the following is NOT a branch of Humanities?

• Literature

• Philosophy

• Science

• Music

What does "Humanitas" mean?

• Culture

• Art

• Human nature or human quality

• Language

Which of the following is NOT considered a major area of art?

• Literary Arts

• Visual Arts

• Performing Arts

• Scientific Arts

Who said, "Art is man's way of interpreting nature"?

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Collins and Riley

• Charleton Noyes

What is the origin of the word "Literature"?

• Greek "Littera" meaning letters

• Latin "Litera" meaning letter or handwriting

• French phrase "Belle-Lettres" meaning beautiful writing

• None of the above

Which of the following best describes Prose?

• Written in verse form

• Written in stanza or verse form

• Expressed in ordinary language

• Expressed in metrical, rhythmical language

What is the main appeal of Poetry?

• To convince and inform

• To stir emotions and imagination

• To reflect and imitate

• To persuade and instruct

Which of the following is NOT a genre of literature?

• Fiction

• Poetry

• Music

• Essay

Which of the following is considered the most basic element of painting?

• Line

• Color

• Texture

• Shape

What type of painting represents outdoor scenes such as landscapes?

• Still Life

• Real Life

• Landscape

• Portrait