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Practice Listening: Multiple Choice, Single Answer ID: #37854 Short Wikipedia
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Many argue that art cannot be defined. We could go about this in several ways. Art is often considered as the process or product of deliberately arranging elements in a way that appeals to the senses or emotions- It encompasses a diverse range of human activities, creations and ways of expression, including music, literature, film, sculpture and paintings. The meaning of art is explored in a branch of philosophy known as aesthetics. At least, that is what Wikipedia claims.

What is the main idea of the passage?

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Option 1: "Art is a difficult and complex form to explain."

Explanation: The text discusses the challenges in defining art, stating that 'many argue that art cannot be defined.' This aligns with the idea that art is complex and difficult to explain, as it encompasses various forms of expression and appeals to senses and emotions.

Option 2: "Wikipedia defines art under aesthetics, which is a branch of philosophy."

Explanation: While the text mentions Wikipedia's claim about aesthetics, it does not support the idea that Wikipedia provides a definitive definition of art. This option misrepresents the main idea, which focuses on the complexity of defining art rather than a specific definition.

Option 3: "Music, literature, film and sculpture do not define art."

Explanation: This option incorrectly suggests that these forms do not define art, whereas the text states that art includes a diverse range of human activities, including music, literature, film, and sculpture. Therefore, this statement contradicts the text.

Option 4: "Art is directed in a way that it deliberately appeals to the emotions of people."

Explanation: Although the text mentions that art appeals to the senses or emotions, this option oversimplifies the main idea. The passage emphasizes the complexity of defining art rather than focusing solely on its emotional appeal.

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