Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of “Express Yourself” - PS ARTS honors Laurie David

Celebrating the 10th Anniversary of “Express Yourself” - PS ARTS honors Laurie David

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Education

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The speaker emphasizes the importance of arts in public schools for all children, regardless of their background. They argue that arts are as crucial as subjects like math and science for brain development and creativity. The speaker shares personal experiences, highlighting how early exposure to arts fostered their imagination and creativity, even if they weren't the best artist. They also mention their proficiency in sewing, showcasing the diverse skills arts education can nurture.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker believe arts are important in public schools?

They are only important for privileged children.

They are essential for brain development like other core subjects.

They help in developing mathematical skills.

They are more important than science.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, who benefits from arts education?

Only children interested in becoming artists

All children, regardless of their background

Only privileged children

Only children from inner-city schools

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker say about their own artistic abilities?

They preferred science over arts.

They were a talented painter.

They had no interest in arts.

They developed a strong imagination despite not being the best artist.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which art style does the speaker associate themselves with?

Realism

Abstract, like Jackson Pollock

Cubism

Impressionism

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What skill did the speaker excel at during their childhood?

Sculpting

Drawing

Painting

Sewing