Art Criticism Study Guide

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A critique is when we talk or write about art to ____________ and explain it better.

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understand

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In the ____________ section of a critique, we say what we see in the image, such as colors and shapes.

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describe

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During the ____________ process, we look at how the artwork is put together, like patterns or techniques.

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analyze

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The ____________ section involves thinking about what the artwork means or what feelings it tries to express.

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interpret

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The ____________ step involves deciding how well the artwork works and if it’s good or not.

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evaluate

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In art criticism, which step involves saying what you see in the artwork? A) Analyze B) Describe C) Evaluate D) Interpret

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B) Describe

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Which term refers to what is happening in an artwork? A) Subject matter B) Technical qualities C) Composition D) Aesthetic theory

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A) Subject matter

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What is the primary purpose of art criticism? A) To create art B) To sell art C) To understand and explain art D) To frame art

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C) To understand and explain art

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What should you do in the interpret step of art criticism? A) Describe the facts B) Analyze the elements C) Interpret the meaning D) Evaluate success

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C) Interpret the meaning

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What is the first step in art criticism? A) Evaluate B) Describe C) Interpret D) Analyze

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B) Describe