True art is by its nature moral. We recognize true art by its careful, thoroughly honest search for and analysis of values. It is not didactic because, instead of teaching by authority and force, it explores, open-mindedly. . . .
Art proceeds out of an exquisite awareness of life.
The creative spirit and the compassionate spirit are not things apart but kindred manifestations of response to life. To write about what you read helps you to define it. Quizzes cannot be made up. It is your responsibility to keep up with the assignments. I do not accept any late work.