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Analytical Expository Text about Graffiti
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1
What is the main purpose of the text?
To explain how graffiti artists work
To discuss the history of graffiti
To promote graffiti as a form of art
To present different perspectives on graffiti
To describe legal walls for graffiti
2
What things that graffiti artists use things to create their work?
Paint
Spray paint and stencils
Chalk
Brush and canvas
Canting
3
According to the text, people never recognized graffiti as important to art
False
True
4
The bold word in the text is closest in meaning to...
Shy
Disguise
Show
Ignore
Hide
5
What is the main idea of the thesis statement?
Graffiti is used to promote rebellion
Graffiti is only an act of vandalism
Graffiti has no artistic value
Graffiti is more important than traditional art
Graffiti should be seen as a valid form of artistic expression
6
What is the main idea of paragraph 2 from the text?
Graffiti is primarily an act of rebellion against societal norms
Graffiti is a unique way to express their thoughts, identity, and emotions
The diversity of graffiti styles makes it challenging to appreciate as art
Street art should be restricted to formal gallery spaces
Graffiti is only valuable when created by professional artists
7
The main idea of the text is that vandalism is primarily an artistic form of expression
True
False
8
A synonym for
neglected
in the text is
ignored
True
False
9
What is the synonym of word ‘
damage
’ according to the text?
Purification
Destruction
Development
Improvement
Betterman
10
What does the text mainly argue about graffiti in paragraph 2?
It demonstrates poor societal behavior
It is an outdated medium of expression
It should be banned in urban areas
It deserves recognition as an art form
It should replace traditional forms of art
11
What is the main purpose of graffiti, as described in the text?
To deface public property
To spread political messages
To rebel against authority
To express personal identity and experiences
To create public advertisements
12
What is the antonym for the word ‘
vandalism
’ in the context of the text?
Art
Destruction
Project
Conservation
Crime
13
What is the antonym of word ‘
passive
’?
Active
Quite
Hidden
Patient
Flat
14
What is the antonym of the word ‘
dull
’ as used in the text?
Vibrant
Quite
Lifeless
Simple
Boring
15
Graffiti’s history includes important events that made it popular
False
True
16
The word ‘
canvases
’ in the paragraph 1 most closely refers to…
Urban structures
A place to sell artwork
A type of graffiti artist
Blank walls for graffiti
Spray paint
17
Why do some people like graffiti?
It only uses bright colors
It is always created legally
It is never seen in cities
It makes public spaces more boring
It talks about important issues
18
What do graffiti artists convey through their work?
Their thoughts and stories
City rules
Instructions for painting
Their favorite colors
Famous quotes
19
What is the main idea of the text?
To describe the materials used for graffiti
To explain how graffiti is created
To show the best places for graffiti
To tell the history of graffiti
To talk about what graffiti means to different people
20
Vandalism can make communities feel unsafe and neglected
False
True
21
What is the antonym of ‘
valuable
’ according to the text?
Beneficial
Useful
Worthless
Costly
Expensive
22
Which statement reflects the viewpoint of graffiti critics?
Graffiti beautifies neglected areas
Graffiti is a respected form of art
Graffiti damages property and costs cities money
Graffiti can spark global discussions
Graffiti allows artists to express themselves
23
According to the text, what is the purpose of graffiti in urban areas?
To allow free expression in places where other art forms are inaccessible
To cover up poor architecture
To create a formal art exhibition in the streets
To beautify the area with modern art
To criticize urban authorities
24
What is the main idea of the last paragraph?
Spray cans should be banned to prevent vandalism
Graffiti cannot contribute to cultural enrichment
The use of spray cans symbolizes rebellion
Redefining graffiti as art can enhance our understanding of creativity
Graffiti should only be used in specific art galleries
25
What is the opposite of '
legitimate'
in this statement?
Valuable
Approved
Allowed
Lawful
Illegal
