501 Critical Reading Questions

b. introduce readers to the idea of public art.
c. define public art.
d. get readers to pay more attention to public art.
e. show the prevalence and diversity of public art.
160.
The word inherently in line 18 most nearly means
a. essentially.
b. complicated.
c. wealthy.
d. snobby.
e. mysteriously
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161.
According to lines 12–25, public art is differentiated from private
art mainly by
a. the kind of ideas or emotions it aims to convey to its audience.
b. its accessibility.
c. its perceived value.
d. its importance to the city.
e. the recognition that artists receive for their work.
162.
The use of the word sequestered in line 20 suggests that the author
feels
a. private art is better than public art.
b. private art is too isolated from the public.
c. the admission fees for public art arenas prevent many people
from experiencing the art.
d. private art is more difficult to understand than public art.
e. private art is often controversial in nature.
163.
According to lines 33–42, public art serves all of the following
functions EXCEPT
a. beautification.
b. creation of landmarks.
c. the fostering of community.
d. the promotion of good citizenship.
e. education.
164.
Which sentence best sums up the main idea of the passage?
a. Public art serves several important functions in the city.
b. Public art is often in direct competition with private art.
c. Public art should be created both by and for members of the
community.