Practice Research Skills - 11.4 | Unit 7: Functional Art & Craft: Form Meets Purpose | IB Grade 8 Visual Arts
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11.4 - Research Skills

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Question 1 Easy

What is functional art?

💡 Hint: Think about objects you use that also look nice.

Question 2 Easy

Name one cultural value that can be reflected in art?

💡 Hint: Consider how cultures express beliefs through their creations.

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Question 1

What does the term 'functional art' refer to?

Art for decorative purposes only
Art that serves a practical purpose
Art that is not useful at all

💡 Hint: Consider everyday items that are beautiful.

Question 2

True or False: All functional art objects must be beautiful.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about how some tools look.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design an object that serves a function and reflects a cultural value of your choice. Justify your design decisions.

💡 Hint: Consider an object used in your home or community.

Challenge 2 Hard

Select a piece of functional art from any culture and provide a critical analysis of both its aesthetics and functionality. Consider how well it meets practical needs.

💡 Hint: Look for both strengths and weaknesses.

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