SAT English Practice Question
In the early 1900s, the work of artists like Pablo Picasso and Georges Braque was groundbreaking. These artists rejected the traditional style of painting, in which objects are depicted realistically, in favor of abstract forms and geometric shapes. The artist’s rejection of traditional styles of art, in which objects are depicted realistically, led to the development of the artistic movement known as Cubism, which became one of the most influential art movements of the 20th century. What is the main idea of the text?
- A.the influence of Cubist art on the development of modern art.
- B.the origins and development of Cubism.
- C.the rejection of traditional art styles by early 20th century artists.
- D.the differences between Cubist art and traditional art styles.
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