Compose a written response of 1200-1500 words that fully answers the question(s) asked for one of the
prompts listed below. This essay should represent your personal reaction and opinions related to the material
(philosophy, art, literature, religion) covered in the course with emphasis on social, historical and cultural
relevance. If you include quoted or paraphrased information in your response, you must properly cite and
reference the original source(s) using MLA Style.
Prompt 1
Compare and contrast “art” as conceived and executed by early humans, and the way we think of “museum
art” today. You might ask yourself questions like: who makes it, for what reason, who owns it, where it is
displayed, what it is made out of, etc. Analyze at least three specific artworks to support your inquiry.