Week 1: Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
It aims to understand humans and their nature.
A
Humanities
2
Q
Latin word for Humanities.
A
Humanus, whuch means ‘refined’, ‘cultured’, and ‘human’.
3
Q
Importamce of Humanities.
A
The man gains understanding of himself, his nature. The man is provided with his own passion and desire.
4
Q
Two origin of the word Art.
A
- The Aryan word Ar, which means to put together.
- The Latin word Ars which means skill.
5
Q
What are the sections of Art?
A
● Visual
● literary
● musical
● Performance arts
6
Q
What are the two (2) kinds of Art?
A
☆ Fine Arts or Aesthetic Arts (major arts)
☆ Utilitarian Arts or Practical Arts (Minor Arts)
7
Q
Fine arts focuses on…?
A
♡ Aesthetic Value and enjoyment of Art throughbthe five senses.
8
Q
What is Utilitarian Art or Practical Arts?
A
○ They are intended to be used in practical settings but they must also possess artistic qualities.
