English conversation topic talking about art in english

5/4/2016

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English Conversation Topic Talking about art in English

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Producido por Carlos L Garrido

Contenido Conversation Starters ......................................................................................... 3 Discussion Questions .......................................................................................... 3 Conversation Starters ......................................................................................... 4 Discussion Questions .......................................................................................... 4 The Arts .............................................................................................................. 4 Vocabulary .......................................................................................................... 5 Linda and Roy in Art Gallery ............................................................................. 7 Exercise 1 ............................................................................................................ 7 Exercise 3 ............................................................................................................ 7 Exercise 4 ............................................................................................................ 8 Exercise 5 ............................................................................................................ 8 Links ................................................................................................................... 8

English Conversation Topic Talking about art in English

Conversation Starters Use the questions below to have basic English conversations about art and artistic ability.

1. Do you have any artistic talent?

2. Can you draw or paint pictures well?

3. Do you know anyone who is a good artist? What kind of art can they produce?

4. Do you enjoy going to museums and looking at paintings or sculptures (shapes cut from stone) and music concert?

5. What kind of art do you like most?

6. Who are some famous artists that you have heard of?

7. Do you have a favorite painting? If so, describe it and explain why you like it.

Discussion Questions Have more serious English conversations about art by using the open-ended questions below.

1. Do you think music are forms of art? Explain why or why not.

2. Do you think of cartoons and comics as art? Again, explain!

3. What do you think our world would be like without art?

4. Do you think governments should spend money on art and museums, or should art only be promoted by private citizens?

English Conversation Topic 23 Talking about creativity in English

Conversation Starters Creativity is not an easy topic to discuss in English so there are only a few questions here. Take your time in answering and continue your discussion with careful follow-up questions.

1. Do you think you are a creative person?

2. Can you give examples how you are, or are not, creative?

3. Were you more creative as a child or are you more creative now?

4. What are some things that creative people can do well?

5. Who is the most creative person you know? What kind of things does he or she do?

Discussion Questions Here are a few more thoughtful questions about creativity. Remember, there are no "right" or "wrong" answers, just practice expressing your opinions in English!

1. Do you think it's possible to teach people how to be more creative?

2. What do you think is the true value of creativity in our society?

3. Do you think the number of creative people in the world is increasing or decreasing?

This is the preparation material for an English conversation lesson about 'The Arts'. It includes an explanation about when to use the definite article when talking about art forms, some art vocabulary, idioms we might use when discussing the arts and some conversation questions we might use when discussing this subject.

The Arts The Arts (plural) is a general term which covers many things. For example: Literature – drama, poetry, stories, biographies Performing Arts – dance, cinema, theatre, opera, concerts Fine Arts – painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography Art (singular, uncountable) usually means fine art, but can also refer to technique and creativity.

Grammar Point When we refer to a performing art in general, we can leave out the article before the noun. For example: “Are you interested in ballet/theatre/dance?”

However, when we refer to a particular performance, we include the definite article. For example: “Would you like to come to the ballet/theatre/dance?”

Idioms we might use when discussing the arts To blow someone away – to overwhelm a person; to excite a person very much Work of art – a good result of one’s efforts; a piece of artwork On the edge of one’s seat – to be very interested in something, usually something that is both extremely exciting and nerve-wracking.

Mixed feelings - When you have mixed feelings about something, you react to it with conflicting emotions; you are happy and unhappy at the same time.

Vocabulary Do you know the meaning of these words in the context of the arts?

Rave reviews Cast Sculptor Collage Composition Medium Choreographer Conversation questions about the arts What are your "top three" art forms?

What is your favourite art form?

Do you think it is important for people to be educated in ‘the arts’?

Do you think it should be compulsory for children to study the arts at school?

In what ways were you encouraged to appreciate the arts at school?

Why are the arts important?

Does your country have any well-known artists who are famous for cinema, theatre, literature, ballet, opera, classical music or painting?

What can art tell us about history and culture?

What would life be like without art?

Do you have a favourite artist?

Which country would you visit to appreciate the arts? What would you go to see?

What is your opinion of modern art?

Do you think art was of a higher quality in the past?

Why is music and dancing considered a form of art?

Do you think of cartoons and comics as art?

Have you ever been to any famous art museums?

What do you think of shock art?

Do you think art can affect people’s emotions?

Do you think it is a waste of money for people to spend millions of dollars on a piece of art?

How important is dancing in your culture?

Do you think today’s literature is up to the same standard of the literature from a hundred years ago?

Has the literature of your country influenced the world?

English Multimedia Course in Language and Culture for Migrants A2 Level To aid communication in everyday English in Ireland This project has been funded with support from the European Commission. This publication reflects the views only of the author, and the Commission cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the information contained therein. Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 2 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Module 12: Leisure Introduction In this very short clip, we have Linda and Roy who speak to each other about the museums of the town. Rita recommends one with a famous piece of art and they discuss it briefly. They then ‘head off’ to the museum together and Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Dialogue 29 – Art Gallery

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VnJ-wsJiZqI

Linda and Roy in Art Gallery Situation: On the street Characters: Linda and Roy Linda- Is there an art gallery in this town? RoyOh, yes. There are a few art galleries in this town and exhibition halls as well.

Linda- Which one would you recommend?

Roy- Oh, the one with the Jack B. Yeats painting. I love that painting very much. He was a great national painter.

Linda- That sounds very interesting. Which century did he live in? Roy- He did most of his important work at the beginning of the twentieth century. Loads of people love his work. Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 4 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Linda- Let’s go to that art gallery now. I hope it’s open.

Roy- Oh, it’s open every day, except Sunday.

Linda- Great. Is there an admission charge? Roy- I’m not quite sure. It wouldn’t be too much. In fact I think it’s actually free. Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 5 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Oral Comprehension Answer the following questions. The correct answers can be found in the key on the last page.

Exercise 1: What does Roy say about the Irish artist, Jack B. Yeats? a. He loves him b. He owns the gallery c. He was a great national painter Exercise 2: How much is the admission fee for the museum? a. It’s free b. It’s not much c. It’s €20 Exercise 3: According to Roy, lots of people are fond of what? a. Jack B. Yeats

b. The art gallery c. The exhibition hall Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 6 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Exercise Exercise 4: What days is the museum open every week? a. Monday to Saturday □ b. Monday to Friday □ c. Friday to Tuesday Exercise 5: When did Jack B. Yeats do his most important work? a. In the early 1900s □ b. In the early 1800s □ c. In the latter part of the twentieth century Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 7 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Grammar Using “a few”: The word “a few” is a quantifier word which means some. “A few” is used with plural countable nouns. Countable nouns are nouns which have a singular and a plural form. Examples: There are a few art galleries in this town and exhibition halls as well.

Links: http://www.ego4u.com/en/cram-up/vocabulary/little-few http://dictionary.cambridge.org/grammar/british-grammar/little-a-little-few-a-few http://www.englisch-hilfen.de/en/grammar/much_many.htm Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 8 of .

Dialogue 29 Art Gallery In Ireland There are lots of art galleries in Ireland, housing exquisite Irish and international pieces. The main galleries are all in Dublin, however, most cities also have a smaller art gallery focusing on local and national art. Two of the largest art galleries in Ireland include the National Gallery and the Museum of Modern Art. To find out more about Irish art, follow the link below: http://www.irish-art.com/ Vocabulary Art gallery Exhibition hall Painting Painter Century Interesting Admission charge Free Beginning. http://dictionary.cambridge.org/ Project No. 543248-LLP-1-2013-1-IT-KA2- KA2MP Agreement number 2013 – 3793/001-001 Page 9 of 9 Dialogue 29 Art Gallery Key After you have completed the exercises, check your answers here. Exercise 1 - c Exercise 2 - c Exercise 3 - a Exercise 4 - a Exercise 5 - a.