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INSTRUCTIONS The use of the correct art terminology…

INSTRUCTIONS The use of the correct art terminology The use and implementation of visual analysis and critical thinking Writing and research skills within a historical and cultural context The placing of specific examples into a cultural, social, political and historical context An understanding of distinctive creative style   1. This paper has TWO questions. 2. This paper consist of TWO sections:   SECTION A VRAAG 1:VISUAL LITERACY    SECTION B VRAAG 2: MULTIMEDIA                         3. Read the requirements of each question carefully.  4. Lists of facts will NOT be accepted. 5. Use the mark allocation as an indication of how long you should spend on each question. 6. Information already discussed in one question, will not earn marks if repeated in other answers. 7. Name the artist and title of each artwork you discuss in your answers. Underline/bold the title of an artwork or the name of a building. 8. Type in a clear, creative and structured manner, using full sentences and paragraphs according to the instructions of each question. Listing of facts/tables is NOT acceptable. 9. Two extra answer spaces are provided at the end of the paper, for in case you want to use it. GLOSSARY   Use the following vocabulary to ensure that you understand how to approach a specific question:     Analyse:  A detailed and logical discussion of the formal elements (such as line, colour, tone, format, et cetera) and composition of the work.     Compare:  Point out differences and similarities in an ordered sequence within the same argument.     Discuss:  Present your point of view and give reasons for your statements.     Explain:  Clarify and give reasons for your statements.     Contextualise:  Relating to, or depending on the framework of information; relating to the situation, time/era and location to which the information refers.     Interpret:  Analyse and evaluate (give an informed opinion of) an artwork. Contextualise it historically, culturally, socially, et cetera and substantiate your findings by referring to similar specific examples.