The Arts Flashcards
Which study can prove that reading more fiction is linked to better social cognition abilities?
A study conducted at the Princeton Social Neuroscience Lab showed that people who read fiction often had better social cognition
What does Harry Potter teach to its readers?
Harry Potter allows its young readers to grasp challenging themes such as racial discrimination, eugenics and bereavement
What are some classic fantasy stories?
Peter Pan, The Arabian Nights and Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
How can fantasy be used to uplift social causes?
Feminist fantasy books, such as the Greek retellings of Circe and Ariadne, shift the attention from the male dominated ancient myths to the typically-overlooked female characters
How is entertainment biologically beneficial to us?
Entertainment stimulates the release of endorphins in the body, relieving stress and improving one’s mood
How is reading beneficial to reducing our stress levels?
According to a study by the University of Sussex, as little as 6 minutes of reading can reduce tension in the body’s muscles by over 60%
What is an example of art as a reflection of local culture?
The various murals, such as “Letter Writer” by Yip Yew Chong, in areas like Chinatown and Kampong Gelam, showcase Singapore’s historical and multicultural heritage
What is an example of art as a reflection of Chinese culture?
Zhao Mengfu, a prominent painter during the Yuan Dynasty, depicted a peaceful landscape that embodied the Confucian principles of tranquility and simplicity through his painting “Autumn Colours on the Qiao and Hua Mountains”
What is a historical example of art as social commentary?
Picasso’s most important political artwork, “Guernica”, depicts the tragedies of war and the suffering it inflicts on innocent civilians. Made in response to the Spanish Civil War, the painting was displayed around the world in a tour, raising awareness of the war’s tragedies
What is a modern example of art as social commentary?
“Invisible Homeless” by Luke Jerram, a life-size glass installation of a sleeping figure, was created to highlight the growing problem of homelessness in the United Kingdom
What are some examples of surrealist and abstract art which do not reflect society?
Salvador Dali’s “The Persistence of Memory” and Jackson Pollock’s “Mural”
How can avant-garde art not be a reflection of society?
Historically, avant-garde art has been seen by many as the domain of pure stylistic experiment, unfettered by social concerns of any kind
What is a local example of art as social commentary?
The Death of Singapore Theatre by Alfian Sa’at
How much was the value of the global art market in 2022?
According to the Art Basel and UBS Global Art Market Report 2022, the global art market totalled $67.8 billion in 2022
How many jobs does the creative industry generate worldwide?
According to the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development’s Creative Economy Outlook 2022 report, creative industries generate nearly 50 million jobs worldwide
