Brushing Fear Aside

The writer says that most people fear creating art in nature because _____.

• they feel they are not artists

• they do not have art supplies

• they do not like art

• they do not enjoy nature

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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Categorize the opinions under people who hold these points of view.

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(a) Writer

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(b) Claire Giordano

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(c) People Who Like Art

• Art is relaxing.

• Landscapes should be used by artists.

• Art can be affordable.

• Anyone can be an artist.

• We must step out of our fears.

• Can I say I am an artist?

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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How does the writer convince readers that connecting with nature helps artists overcome their fears?

• by including quotes from people who have been afraid of being in nature

• by using the example of an artist who helps people access nature

• by writing several arguments in favor of artwork in nature

• by citing popular and famous artwork from history related to nature

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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Match phrases from the article with their meanings.

• shrug it off

• remove challenges

• break down barriers

• a short distance

• a crow’s flight

• trying something with hope

• taking a leap

• dismiss an idea

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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Which is an accurate summary of how the writer develops their point of view in “Public Vistas and Artists”?

• She shows how people like Claire help other artists come out into nature.

• She emphasizes the need for more storytelling around conservation efforts.

• She reasons that public lands should be used by people for inspiration and art.

• She argues that Claire needs to become a better leader to engage people in nature.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Analyze

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As per the fourth paragraph, people just need some help to become (a)   to start loving a hobby.

• artistic
• unique
• vulnerable
• skilled

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Understand

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What would you like to draw or paint if you were in nature? Answer within 1-3 words.

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Create

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Draw and color something you’d like to sketch, color or paint in nature. Don’t worry about it not being perfect! Have fun!

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Bloom's Taxonomy: Create

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