Sample comparative essay prompts from different exams analyzing major works of architecture, sculpture, and portraiture from different historical periods and cultures. Each prompt asks students to interpret visual and structural elements to draw conclusions about religious practices, cultural values, or artistic traditions. Essays require close visual analysis and the use of specific examples to support arguments.
Assignment File
Course
ARTH 135/136, Survey of Western Art and Architecture
Campus
Henrietta
Outcome
Global: Examine connections among the world’s populations, Artistic: Interpret and evaluate artistic expression considering the cultural context in which it was created, and Communication: Express oneself effectively in common college-level written forms
Method
Essay
Characteristics and Proficiencies
Writing Intensive, Reflection