Humanities Exame
ANSWER THE QUESTIONS
1- Discuss at least three ways in which Henry David Thoreau proved himself a nonconformist. Also, discuss one of Thoreau’s works and how it reflects his nonconformist
attitude.
2- Based on our study and discussion of the enlightenment, discuss how the enlightenment was influenced by external factors such as politics, economy, and social
issues. Be sure to fully explain what the enlightenment was and to relate this explanation to the factors that influenced it.
3- Given the medieval works of art we have studied, evaluate how religion influenced the aesthetics of the period. Use at least two examples of art we have studied in
this course as the basis of your analysis.