. Choose one of the theories of art (i.e., romanticism, industrial literature’s art-as-expose, realism, etc.). Describe your understanding of the theory in one paragraph

1. Choose one of the theories of art (i.e., romanticism, industrial literature’s art-as-expose, realism, etc.). Describe your understanding of the theory in one paragraph. You should draw upon the relevant text we read to help you make your point.

2. Choose one contemporary cultural product: song, show, episode, character, film, etc. Discuss how this piece makes the argument for that theory. You should offer specific details–such as descriptions and quotations–and explain how they make the argument for that theory. (When I say “make the argument for,” I mean you should consider either how the piece supports the theory’s approach or understanding of art or the world, or you can look at how the piece makes the same argument that the theory makes.) This portion should be at least 1 full paragraph long.