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What makes a good work of art?

Select from the list below how important you think each factor is in assessing whether something is a good work of art.

You may well want to read what philosophers have said about each factor in order to make your choices. If so, click here.

Select a score between 1 and 5 for each factor.

1 = Not important at all
2 = A little important
3 = Quite important
4 = Very important
5 = Vital

The work displays great technical ability
The work is enjoyable
The work conveys the feelings of the artist
The work conveys an important moral lesson or helps us to live better lives
The formal features of the work are harmonious and/or beautiful
The work reveals an insight into reality

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