Question

in the late 19th century, the movement known as aestheticism advocated for a strict ______ artistic and functional objects, promoting instead the idea that art should serve no other purpose than to be beautiful. which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? choose 1 answer: a division between b integration of c manipulation of d correspondence with

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the context of Aestheticism. The movement promoted art for beauty alone, so it likely advocated a separation between artistic and functional objects (since functional objects have a purpose beyond beauty). Let's analyze each option:

• Option A: "division between" means separating two things. This fits as Aestheticism would separate art (for beauty) from functional objects (with practical purposes).
• Option B: "integration of" means combining, which contradicts the idea of art being separate from function.
• Option C: "manipulation of" refers to controlling or altering, which is not relevant here.
• Option D: "correspondence with" means matching or relating, which doesn't fit the idea of separating art and function.

Answer:

A. division between