HIST1301

Question #1

Chose one of the following:

1. Research and compile a dictionary of at least 20 iconographic gestures, religious and/or secular (i.e., Buddhist mudras, peace sign, Star Trek greeting, etc) symbols. (3 points)

1. Please write a brief description of your approach to the dictionary using support from the text with at least 1 citation. (1 point)

2. Please respond to another student's post.  It is OK to disagree, but please do so in a constructive and supportive manner. (1 point)

2. Edge online ran an article saying "Roger Ebert has taken on director, author and videogame advocate Clive Barker, reiterating his stance that games cannot be art—or as he specifies, “high art.”" With his passing, please read the article posted here: http://reason.com/blog/2013/04/04/the-time-roger-ebert-dismissed-video- gam  and tell us your thoughts on the matter. Do you agree? Do you disagree? - Most importantly, tell us why you have taken the stance you post in 300 words or more with at least  (3 points)

1. Please include at least one citation from the text to support your position. (1 point)

2. Please respond to another student's post.  It is OK to disagree, but please do so in a constructive and supportive manner. (1 point)

Question# 2

Visit several public buildings and evaluate their interior design. Document color choices and flow in space that provide the overall feel of the interior and reflect the purpose of that building. Review the Color Matters web site to discover whether these color choices were appropriate for the purpose of the building and make sure to read and explore the Meanings of Colors section. (3 points)

1. Please include at least 1 citation from either the text (Introduction to Art, Sachant) or the Color Matters website to support your writing. (1 point)