Distance Plays a Role
Pointillism and human relationships
Updated: 2025.07.21
3 min read · Intermediate
Distance Plays a Role Pointillism and human relationships Discussion Questions Q1 In your own words, please briefly summarize the article. Q2 What part of the reading resonated with you most? Q3 Have you ever seen a painting made with pointillism? What was your impression of it? Q4 Why do you think Seurat used tiny dots to create a complete picture? Q5 Can you think of a time when you needed distance from a problem to understand it better? Q6 Why is it hard to see our own mistakes during a conflict? Q7 What helps you calm down after an argument with someone close to you? Q8 The article says, “Each dot is madness, but together they form a larger image of meaning.” What do you think this means? Q9 Do you agree that emotions can “blind” us in the moment? Q10 How do art and human emotions relate to each other in your opinion? Q11 If you have a question or questions that you'd like to discuss during your class, please write them down. Expressions proximity nearness in space, time, or relationship 例句 1 The proximity of the hotel to the beach makes it very popular. 例句 2 The baby was comforted by the proximity of her mother. reconciliation the act of restoring friendly relations or resolving a conflict 例句 1 Their reconciliation after the argument was heartwarming. 例句 2 The movie ends with a reconciliation between the father and son. hindsight understanding of a situation or event only after it has happened 例句 1 In hindsight, I realized I should have taken that job offer. 例句 2 With the benefit of hindsight, the decision seems unwise. inevitable certain to happen; unavoidable 例句 1 Death is an inevitable part of life. 例句 2 With so much rain, flooding was inevitable. elude to escape from or avoid something, often cleverly or skillfully 例句 1 The suspect managed to elude the police for weeks. 例句 2 The meaning of the poem eludes me. |
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*本教材是专爲使用Ringle学习英文的学员设计。