Question

what is the \art\ of public art?as our society and its modes of expression evolve, so will our definitions of public art. materials and methods change to reflect our contemporary culture. the process, guided by professional expertise and public involvement, should seek out the most imaginative and productive affinity between artist and community. likewise, artists must bring to the work their artistic integrity, creativity, and skill. what is needed is a commitment to invention, boldness, and cooperation – not compromise.why public art?public art is a part of our public history, part of our evolving culture and our collective memory. it reflects and reveals our society and adds meaning to our cities. as artists respond to our times, they reflect their inner vision to the outside world, and they create a chronicle of our public experience.adapted from public art in philadelphia by penny balkin bach (temple university press, philadelphia, 1992), courtesy of the association for public art.3. what new idea is introduced in paragraph 2?○ a. one purpose of public art is to start a conversation that includes different ideas.○ b. one purpose of public art is to create something that is free from conflict.○ c. one purpose of public art is to help an unknown artist gain practice.○ d. one purpose of public art is to honor a communitys past.

Explanation:

Paragraph 2 states public art reflects society, adds meaning to cities, and creates a chronicle of public experience, which frames it as a way to document and honor a community's shared past. Option A's "start a conversation" is not mentioned; Option B's "free from conflict" is contrary to the text's focus on evolving, collaborative expression; Option C's "help unknown artists" is not addressed.

Answer:

D. One purpose of public art is to honor a community's past.