TED-Ed: A brief history of graffiti - Kelly Wall

TED-Ed: A brief history of graffiti - Kelly Wall

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Social Studies

KG - University

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The video explores the complex history and dual nature of graffiti as both art and vandalism. It traces graffiti's origins from ancient civilizations to its modern association with rebellion and counterculture. The video discusses how graffiti has been used for political expression and its gradual acceptance into mainstream art. Despite its links to destruction, graffiti remains a powerful medium for artistic expression and challenges notions of space ownership.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were some of the purposes of graffiti in ancient civilizations like Rome and Pompeii?

To create maps and navigation guides

To express personal thoughts and political messages

To communicate with gods and spirits

To mark territory and claim ownership

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did graffiti artists in the 1960s maintain anonymity while gaining recognition?

By creating large murals in hidden locations

By using coded labels to trace their movements

By using secret codes and symbols

By wearing masks during their work

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did graffiti play during World War II?

It was used to decorate military equipment

It was a tool for mapping enemy territories

It served as a medium for propaganda by both Nazi and resistance groups

It was used to create art galleries in war zones

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the perception of graffiti changed since the 1970s?

It has been completely banned in all public spaces

It has been embraced by all art institutions

It has straddled the line between mainstream acceptance and underground culture

It has been recognized as a form of traditional art

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the ongoing debates about graffiti today?

Whether it is a form of defacing or beautifying public spaces

Whether it should be considered a sport

Whether it should be taught in schools

Whether it should be used in advertising