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Art and Creativity

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You know, art and creativity are incredibly important in our lives. They give us a special way to express our deepest emotions and thoughts. And, oh, the different types of art – from visual ones like painting and drawing to performance forms like dance and theatre – there’s something for everyone. And creativity? It’s this amazing ability to come up with brand new ideas, using nothing but our own imaginations. What’s interesting is that everyone has a spark of creativity, and with a bit of practice, it can really shine. Art could be a way to relax, a hobby, or it could be your profession. Just think about it – artists, writers, filmmakers, they all need creativity in their work. Overall, art and creativity can make our lives so much richer. They help us express ourselves and understand each other better, contributing to our well-being.

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  1. What does the passage suggest about creativity?
    • A. It is restricted to artists and professionals.
    • B. It is an ability that everyone has a spark of.
    • C. It can be learned only in specialized schools.
    • D. It is a concept that is hard to define.
  2. According to the passage, why are art and creativity important?
    • A. They solely contribute to professional success.
    • B. They help us express ourselves and understand each other better.
    • C. They are only essential for filmmakers and writers.
    • D. They are important for people who want to make money from it.
  3. Which forms of art are mentioned in the passage?
    • A. Painting and dance only
    • B. Theatre and writing only
    • C. Painting, drawing, dance, and theatre
    • D. Dance and filmmaking only

Match the Definition with the Word

  1. The capability to generate new ideas using imagination.
    • A. Art
    • B. Profession
    • C. Creativity
    • D. Well-being
  2. A job that requires specialized training or skill.
    • A. Art
    • B. Profession
    • C. Creativity
    • D. Well-being
  3. The state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
    • A. Art
    • B. Profession
    • C. Creativity
    • D. Well-being
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Multiple Choice Questions

  1. B. It is an ability that everyone has a spark of.
  2. B. They help us express ourselves and understand each other better.
  3. C. Painting, drawing, dance, and theatre

Match the Definition with the Word

  1. C. Creativity
  2. B. Profession
  3. D. Well-being

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