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2007-09-26 15:17:20 · 5 answers · asked by angie 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science
Unlike the previous responders, I will presume that this is a serious question. In an ideal world, science is objective, and deals with how the physical universe works. History deals with the actions of people, and its implications on the future actions of people. Art deals with the actions of people, but in a sense it is narrower. Your art might uplift my soul, or it might be repulsive to me. That part of art is purely subjective. It's possible to study art in a more objective way.
Now a different approach, emphasizing classes. I know what to expect from a science class. If a history class is done really well, it will help me think about current events, and how I vote, and whether the actions of this particular country today are appropriate, and whether I should devote my time, energy, and resources to help this country achieve the objectives of its actions, or whether I should petition my government to resist those actions. I have that responsibility, and a good understanding of history helps me execute that responsibility in a positive way, rather than being part of the problem.
An art class doesn't have these 'future of the world' consequences. I noticed on my own that I enjoy looking at the works of Monet more than nearly anyone else's work. The art class will help me understand why. It will also tell me things about the works of Degas that help me more appreciate his work. When I learn more about the historical significance of the works of Kandinski, I can appreciate his works more, even if I don't enjoy them more. Art is an expression of the creativity of the human soul. It is IMPOSSIBLE to study art without better understanding people.
Today, I would relish each class with a hunger. For each, it's a different kind of hunger. I just watched a PBS program which included interviews of key leaders in the Middle East. I gained a new perspective of the conflicts going on there, and I abandoned some 'hard line' positions I had held for decades. This is what thinking people are expected to do. If people with the capability to think don't bother to do this, God help us all.
2007-09-26 19:24:41 · answer #1 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Rigor. Science and math require 2 to 3 times the study time as humanities courses. To give you a rough idea; the mean IQ of scientists is 10 ro 15 points greater than the mean IQ of social scientists. I do not know about humanities IQ's, but the interesting ( read tough ) questions are asked in science.
2007-09-26 23:32:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Science and Math classes will help you get a job. History and Art won't.
2007-09-26 22:20:51 · answer #3 · answered by Sugar Shane 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
There's a right answer in science, and your opinion does not matter.
2007-09-26 22:28:15 · answer #4 · answered by eri 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You gotta use your head in science
2007-09-26 22:20:28 · answer #5 · answered by Mock Turtle 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋