Question 1

Define the concepts of fragmentation and alienation, and describe the influence of these themes on contemporary art and culture.

Accepted Answer

Fragmentation refers to the breaking up or disintegration of something into smaller parts. In the context of art and culture, fragmentation can refer to the breaking up of traditional forms, structures, or narratives, and the reassembly of these elements in new and unexpected ways. This can result in a sense of disconnection or disorientation for the viewer or participant.

Alienation, on the other hand, refers to the feeling of being isolated, disconnected, or estranged from oneself, others, or society as a whole. In the context of art and culture, alienation can manifest as a sense of detachment or disengagement from the world around us, or a feeling of being out of place or out of touch with our surroundings.

These themes have had a significant influence on contemporary art and culture. Many artists and creators have embraced fragmentation and alienation as a way to challenge traditional norms and expectations, and to explore the complexities of modern life. This can be seen in the use of non-linear narratives, abstract forms, and unconventional materials in art, as well as in the exploration of themes such as identity, belonging, and the impact of technology on society.

In contemporary culture, fragmentation and alienation are often reflected in the way we consume and interact with media, technology, and the world around us. The rapid pace of change and the constant bombardment of information can lead to a sense of fragmentation and alienation, as individuals struggle to make sense of a world that seems increasingly fragmented and disconnected.

Overall, fragmentation and alienation are important concepts in contemporary art and culture, as they reflect the complexities and challenges of modern life, and provide a means for artists and creators to explore and express these themes in new and innovative ways.

Question 2

The opportunities for cultural "literacy" for the masses has never been greater than in

Accepted Answer

A)  the first half of the 20th century. 
B)  the middle years of the 20th century. 
C)  the first five years of the 21st century. 
D)  the last years of the 1800s. 
E)  the last two decades of the 20th century. 
A)  the first half of the 20th century. 
B)  the middle years of the 20th century. 
C)  the first five years of the 21st century. 
D)  the last years of the 1800s. 
E)  the last two decades of the 20th century. A

Question 3

The essence of the Existential philosophy is

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A)  adherence to past values. 
B)  individuals finding their own meanings. 
C)  the uselessness of setting any values. 
D)  creation of values by political leaders. 
E)  a concern for communal values. 
A)  adherence to past values. 
B)  individuals finding their own meanings. 
C)  the uselessness of setting any values. 
D)  creation of values by political leaders. 
E)  a concern for communal values. B

Question 4

Remembrance of Things Past is the highly influential literary masterpiece of ____________________ ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Remembrance of Things Past is the highly...

Question 5

One of the major characteristics of Modernism is the conscious search for ____________________ inspiration.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of the major characteristics of Modernism...

Question 6

The first narrative type of film was

Accepted Answer

A)  The Jazz Singer. 
B)  Duck Soup. 
C)  The Great Gatsby. 
D)  The Great Train Robbery. 
E)  Finnegan's Wake . 
A)  The Jazz Singer. 
B)  Duck Soup. 
C)  The Great Gatsby. 
D)  The Great Train Robbery. 
E)  Finnegan's Wake .

Question 7

How would you describe and differentiate between high and low culture? What general conclusions can be drawn regarding modern society and culture?

Accepted Answer

High culture and low culture are terms u

Question 8

How do the various art movements of the 20th century fit into the Existential scheme of things? What impact do you think these new movements have had on the lives of ordinary people?

Accepted Answer

The various art movements of the 20th ce

Question 9

According to the formula of Dadaism, art should be considered

Accepted Answer

A)  constructive. 
B)  realistic. 
C)  socially relevant. 
D)  anarchistic. 
E)  private. 
A)  constructive. 
B)  realistic. 
C)  socially relevant. 
D)  anarchistic. 
E)  private.

Question 10

If a single key word could be designated to describe 20th century Western culture, that word would most likely be

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A)  unity. 
B)  fragmentation. 
C)  self-absorption. 
D)  authoritarianism. 
E)  depravity. 
A)  unity. 
B)  fragmentation. 
C)  self-absorption. 
D)  authoritarianism. 
E)  depravity.

Question 11

As modern artists have developed their new forms of expression, they have discovered

Accepted Answer

A)  that life does indeed imitate art, despite the feelings they may be trying to express. 
B)  that in being true to themselves, they have often lost the larger proportion of people who enjoy art, because the new art is different and difficult. 
C)  a reality that is difficult to express but that makes a tremendous impression on people once they understand the message. 
D)  that the classical past really does have something to teach them. 
E)  that young people frequently understand their work better than do their elders. 
A)  that life does indeed imitate art, despite the feelings they may be trying to express. 
B)  that in being true to themselves, they have often lost the larger proportion of people who enjoy art, because the new art is different and difficult. 
C)  a reality that is difficult to express but that makes a tremendous impression on people once they understand the message. 
D)  that the classical past really does have something to teach them. 
E)  that young people frequently understand their work better than do their elders.

Question 12

Twentieth century creative arts have generally been dominated by

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A)  millionaires. 
B)  the alienated. 
C)  bureaucrats. 
D)  the intellectuals. 
E)  university students. 
A)  millionaires. 
B)  the alienated. 
C)  bureaucrats. 
D)  the intellectuals. 
E)  university students.

Question 13

One of the major changes in philosophy during recent times has been related to linguistics; philosophers who approach their studies from this viewpoint would be most likely to say that

Accepted Answer

A)  the study of other languages helps people understand that different cultures place differing degrees of importance on single events as well as entire belief systems. 
B)  discussing ideas with an open mind makes it more likely that one will come to a realization of the truth. 
C)  talk is cheap, because there is no truth to be found. 
D)  learning to express oneself well will give a person a more fruitful life. 
E)  there is no true spirit or soul; rather, only when we talk about something does it exist at all. 
A)  the study of other languages helps people understand that different cultures place differing degrees of importance on single events as well as entire belief systems. 
B)  discussing ideas with an open mind makes it more likely that one will come to a realization of the truth. 
C)  talk is cheap, because there is no truth to be found. 
D)  learning to express oneself well will give a person a more fruitful life. 
E)  there is no true spirit or soul; rather, only when we talk about something does it exist at all.

Question 14

The pace of change in music over the last few decades has accelerated, mostly due to

Accepted Answer

A)  the invention of radio. 
B)  the invention of the phonograph. 
C)  the technology of the Internet. 
D)  Walkman tape players and iPods. 
E)  the exponentially increasing changes in technology in general. 
A)  the invention of radio. 
B)  the invention of the phonograph. 
C)  the technology of the Internet. 
D)  Walkman tape players and iPods. 
E)  the exponentially increasing changes in technology in general.

Question 15

Each of the following is a feature of Modernism, except for

Accepted Answer

A)  non-Western inspiration. 
B)  a rejection of classicism. 
C)  form over content. 
D)  new means of expression. 
E)  moral content. 
A)  non-Western inspiration. 
B)  a rejection of classicism. 
C)  form over content. 
D)  new means of expression. 
E)  moral content.

Question 16

"Is there a there, there?" is a question that would most likely be asked by a/an ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Is there a there, there?" is a...

Question 17

Jackson Pollock and Hans Koenigsberger are proponents of this late 20th century artistic movement:

Accepted Answer

Abstract E

Question 18

Modernist poetry has been described as ____________________ for the casual reader.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Modernist poetry has been described as ____________________...

Question 19

After World War I, the mass communications media of ____________________ and ____________________ came into their own.

Accepted Answer

The answer of After World War I, the mass communications...

Question 20

The medium that has most often been the "path breaker" when changes begin to take place in what is called the "high culture" is

Accepted Answer

A)  sculpture. 
B)  novels. 
C)  painting. 
D)  music. 
E)  poetry. 
A)  sculpture. 
B)  novels. 
C)  painting. 
D)  music. 
E)  poetry.

Exam 48: High and Low Cultures in the West

Define the concepts of fragmentation and alienation, and describe the influence of these themes on contemporary art and culture.

The opportunities for cultural "literacy" for the masses has never been greater than in

The essence of the Existential philosophy is

Remembrance of Things Past is the highly influential literary masterpiece of ____________________ ____________________.

One of the major characteristics of Modernism is the conscious search for ____________________ inspiration.

The first narrative type of film was

How would you describe and differentiate between high and low culture? What general conclusions can be drawn regarding modern society and culture?

How do the various art movements of the 20th century fit into the Existential scheme of things? What impact do you think these new movements have had on the lives of ordinary people?

According to the formula of Dadaism, art should be considered

If a single key word could be designated to describe 20th century Western culture, that word would most likely be

As modern artists have developed their new forms of expression, they have discovered

Twentieth century creative arts have generally been dominated by

One of the major changes in philosophy during recent times has been related to linguistics; philosophers who approach their studies from this viewpoint would be most likely to say that

The pace of change in music over the last few decades has accelerated, mostly due to

Each of the following is a feature of Modernism, except for

"Is there a there, there?" is a question that would most likely be asked by a/an ____________________.

Jackson Pollock and Hans Koenigsberger are proponents of this late 20th century artistic movement:

Modernist poetry has been described as ____________________ for the casual reader.

After World War I, the mass communications media of ____________________ and ____________________ came into their own.

The medium that has most often been the "path breaker" when changes begin to take place in what is called the "high culture" is

The Earliest Human Societies

Mesopotamia

Egypt

Warriors and Deities in the Near East

Indias Beginnings

Ancient China to 500 Bce

The Greek Adventure

Greek Humanism: 800-100 Bce

Rome: City-State to Empire

Imperial Decline and the Birth of Christian Europe

The Americas Before Columbus

Africa From Kush to the Fifteenth Century

Islam

Mature Islamic Society and Institutions

Indian Civilization in Its Golden Age

Empire of the Middle: China to the Mongol Conquest

Japan and Southeast Asia

The European Middle Ages

The Mongol Intrusion

Late Medieval Troubles

The European Renaissance

A Larger World Opens

The Protestant Reformation

The Rise and Fall of the Muslim Empires

Foundations of the European States

China From the Ming Through the Early Qing Dynasty

Japan in the Era of European Expansion

From Conquest to Colonies in Hispanic America

The Scientific Revolution and Its Enlightened Aftermath

Liberalism and the Challenge to Absolute Monarchy

The French Revolution and the Empire of Napoleon

Europes Industrialization and Its Social Impacts

Europe in Ideological Conflict

Advanced Industrial Society

Consolidation of National States

The Islamic World, 1600-1917

Africa in the Era of Informal Empire

European Imperialism and Africa During the Age of Industry

China and Southeast Asia in the Age of Imperialism

Latin America From Independence to Dependent States

Modern Science and Its Implications

World War I and Its Disputed Settlement

A Fragile Balance: Europe in the Twenties

The Soviet Experiment to World War Ii

Totalitarianism Refined: the Nazi State

East Asia in a Century of Change

World War Ii

Superpower Rivalry and the European Recovery

Decolonization and the Third World

The New Asia

Africas Decolonization and Years of Independence

Latin America in the Twentieth Century

The Reemergence of the Muslim World

Collapse and Reemergence in Communist Europe

A New Millennium

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Remembrance of Things Past is the highly influential literary masterpiece of .

How do the various art movements of the 20^th century fit into the Existential scheme of things? What impact do you think these new movements have had on the lives of ordinary people?

If a single key word could be designated to describe 20^th century Western culture, that word would most likely be

Jackson Pollock and Hans Koenigsberger are proponents of this late 20^th century artistic movement:

After World War I, the mass communications media of and came into their own.