Ansel Adams

What is the best summary of the selection "Biography of a Photographer: Ansel Adams"?

• Ansel Adams is one of the most famous "classic photographers" in history. His style was simple and direct, and his subjects were detailed and straightforward. He became a photojournalist and expanded photography. He continues to be celebrated by many photographers and conservationists.

• Ansel Adams expressed the beauty in nature. He thought he could use photography to capture them. He photographed mountains, rivers, and forests. He became known as the "Classic Photographer."

• The photography department of the Museum of Modern Art in New York City was established by Ansel Adams. He also founded the photography program at the San Francisco Art Institute. Adams showed the world photography through the beauty of nature.

• Ansel Adams photographs are nature inspiring masterpieces. Throughout his lifetime, he photographed mountains, rivers, and forests. His photographs became so popular that people hung them up in their homes and he became known as the "classic photographer."

Answer explanation

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Although we do not get introduced to a problem, he wanted to save nature and teach others about photography.

The resolution/ conclusion always needs to be restated in a summary.

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What do these sentences help the reader understand about Adams?

• He wanted to take photographs that would impress photographers from all over the world.

• He inspired many people during his lifetime.

• He thought that photographing nature could inspire his creativity.

• His passion for nature inspired him to make a difference and educate others.

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The focus is not on the entire selection.

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What sparked Ansel Adams's interest in photography?

• A trip to the Grand Canyon

• A visit to a photography museum

• A trip to Yosemite National Park

• A photography class in school

What is Ansel Adams best known for?

• Portrait photography

• Wildlife photography

• Black-and-white nature photography

• Urban photography

What did Ansel Adams want to ensure about his photographs?

• They were only available to collectors

• They were available to everyone

• They were kept private

• They were only displayed in museums

Where was Ansel Adams born?

• New York, New York

• San Francisco, California

• Los Angeles, California

• Seattle, Washington

What system did Ansel Adams develop to enhance his photography?

• Color correction

• Zone exposure

• Digital editing

• Lens adjustment

Which organization did Ansel Adams become involved with?

• World Wildlife Fund

• Sierra Club

• Greenpeace

• National Geographic Society

What did Ansel Adams's photographs serve as a record of?

• Urban development

• Wild areas of the American West

• Historical events

• Famous landmarks

What did Ansel Adams's parents give him that influenced his career?

• A painting set

• A camera

• A piano

• A telescope