According to the author,
a. the interpretation of a work of art is objective.
b. a work of art may fall into more than one theme.
c. it doesn’t make sense to compare art from different cultures.
d. all of these are the case: the interpretation of art is objective; a work of art may fall into more than one theme; and it doesn’t make sense to compare art from different cultures.
e. None of these answers is correct.
To determine the correct answer, we need to evaluate each statement one by one:
a. The interpretation of a work of art is objective: This statement is not universally agreed upon. Art interpretation can be subjective, varying from person to person based on their individual experiences, emotions, and perspectives. Therefore, option a is not the correct answer.
b. A work of art may fall into more than one theme: This statement is generally accepted. Many artworks are complex and can convey multiple themes or ideas simultaneously, allowing for different interpretations. Therefore, option b can be considered as correct.
c. It doesn't make sense to compare art from different cultures: This statement is not accurate. Comparing art from different cultures can offer valuable insights into the similarities and differences among various cultural perspectives, techniques, and aesthetics. Thus, option c is not the correct answer.
d. All of these are the case: The interpretation of art is objective; a work of art may fall into more than one theme; and it doesn't make sense to compare art from different cultures. This option is a combination of statements a, b, and c. Since we have already determined that option a is incorrect, and option c is also incorrect, we can conclude that option d is not the correct answer.
e. None of these answers is correct: Based on our analysis so far, we have found that option b is the only statement that appears to be correct. Therefore, the correct answer is option e, "None of these answers is correct."