General Studies. What good are the arts

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2. Does a book provide better value for money?

3. Are books more accessible?

4. Is painting more immediate?

5. Is sculpture more accessible?

Give a response and supporting statement

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Explain how two of the following creative activities contribute to our understanding, as well as our appreciation, of the more pleasant aspects of life such as happiness, love, beauty and friendship.

HAPPINESS LOVE BEAUTY FRIENDSHIP

MUSIC

PAINTING

SCULPTURE

SCREEN

WRITING

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What is your definition of a work of art?

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Q: What is a work of art?

One answer is: ‘A work of art is anything that anyone has ever considered a work of art.’

John Carey, formerly Merton Professor of English, Oxford University

Your definition is correct!