Visual Arts Quiz: Purposes of Art

Lets dive into the colorful world of art, what do you think is one primary role of the arts?

• To make money

• To express emotions

• To follow trends

• To imitate nature

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a function of visual arts?

• Communication

• Decoration

• Entertainment

• Obscurity

Have you ever thought about how art can be more than just pretty pictures? What does it mean when we say that art can serve as a form of social commentary?

• Art can only be about personal feelings.

• Art can reflect and critique societal issues.

• Art should avoid discussing politics.

• Art is only for beauty.

True or False: One purpose of art is to provoke thought and inspire change in society.

True or False: All art must have a clear meaning or message.

(a) Name one way that art can be used to tell stories.

(b) Share the specific purpose that is about storytelling.

(a) How can art contribute to cultural identity?

(b) State the specific purpose that relates to your answer

(A) Describe how art can be therapeutic for individuals.

(B) Name the specific purpose that is relevant to your response.

(A) Lets name the five (5) purposes of the arts

(B) Pick any two (2) purposes and explain them briefly in your own creative way!

Let's dive further into the world of creativity.

Which of the following best describes fine art?

• Art created primarily for commercial purposes

• Art that is created for aesthetic appreciation and intellectual engagement

• Art that serves a functional purpose

• Art that is mass-produced