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How does censorship primarily affect artivism?

A
It can prevent artwork from being seen by the public.
B
It can encourage artists to speak up about social issues.
C
It can ensure that the public learns about social movements.
D
It can end all forms of protest and activism within a movement.
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Published in 2017, The Hate U Give is the debut novel by African American author Angie Thomas. Written in the midst of the Black Lives Matter movement, it examines the issue of policing in the United States. The book tells the story of a teenage girl who witnesses the fatal shooting of a friend by a police officer. The incident inspires her to join protests and raise awareness about police brutality. Since its publication, the novel has been banned in Georgia, Pennsylvania, and other places for its message and use of profanity. However, it also has received several honors and awards, including becoming a finalist for the Kirkus Prize. A film adaption of The Hate U Give was released in 2018.How has Angie Thomas contributed to a social movement?

A
She avoided the threat of controversy and censorship that many artists face.
B
She influenced state governments to write new laws related to police brutality.
C
She challenged the dominant narrative or perspective on a criminal justice issue.
D
She encouraged the public to confront a difficult issue through art in public places.
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How does art mostly influence lawmakers to create policy changes?

A
It can portray the human side of an issue.
B
It can be used as the basis for new legislation.
C
It can avoid the kind of criticism lobbyists face.
D
It can provide helpful statistics and other information.
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What is the first step in creating an art exhibit related to a social movement?

A
Sketch a design that shows the layout.
B
Choose a movement to serve as the focus.
C
Research a movement to learn more about it.
D
Decide on a theme to convey to the audience.
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What is the purpose of researching a movement for an art exhibit?

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to figure out the best way to mobilize the exhibit audience
B
to understand the significance of the artwork and the context
C
to ensure that the exhibit does not face controversy or censorship
D
to determine how to allow the audience to engage with performers
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An artist creates a poster encouraging the audience to donate funds to help war refugees. This example describes which type of art form?

A
literature
B
music
C
performance art
D
visual art

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