Practice Grappling With The Unfamiliar - 4. THINKERS, BELIEFS AND BUILDINGS CULTURAL DEVELOPMENTS (c. 600 BE - 600 CE)
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Grappling with the unfamiliar

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Question 1 Easy

What is cultural shock?

💡 Hint: Think about your own experiences with new cultures.

Question 2 Easy

Why did scholars compare Indian sculptures with Greek art?

💡 Hint: Recall the significance of Greek art in the west.

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Question 1

Why did many European scholars view Indian sculptures as grotesque?

They appreciated the intricate details
They found the imagery unfamiliar and strange
They considered them superior to Greek art

💡 Hint: Think about their cultural background.

Question 2

True or False: European scholars formed a correct understanding of Indian sculptures based solely on their Greek frame of reference.

True
False

💡 Hint: Reflect on the notion of perspective.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the implications of cultural shock on art appreciation. How can understanding it as a concept influence modern art critics?

💡 Hint: Think about how art can represent various facets of culture.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate how the comparative analysis between Indian and Greek art may impact art education. What steps could be taken to provide a balanced understanding?

💡 Hint: Consider the importance of inclusivity in art education.

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