Question

in 1913, the armory show, an international exhibit of modern art, introduced to the united states works by european painters, challenging traditional ideas of art. in a laymans view of an art exhibition, president theodore roosevelt offered his views on these artworks, and in doing so, commented on change, rebellion, and social progress. from a laymans view of an art exhibition by theodore roosevelt the recent international exhibition of modern art in new york was really noteworthy. messrs. davies, kuhn, gregg, and their fellow members of the association of american painters and sculptors have done a work of very real value in securing such an exhibition of the works read the underlined statement on page 3 which best explains how roosevelts criticism of the artworks is reflected by his use of figurative language in the statement? roosevelt suggests that following the crowd is a tendency in many aspects of society, including art. roosevelt notes that many artists get inspiration from the works of other, more popular, artists. roosevelt argues that speaking honestly about frivolous popular art is important to establishing standards of quality in modern art. roosevelt reminds his readers that in any profession, people will use sensationalism to make money.

Explanation:

The question asks for the best explanation of Roosevelt's criticism of artworks through his figurative - language use. Analyzing the context of his views on the Armory Show and modern art, we need to find an option that aligns with his critique. Roosevelt was concerned with the conformity and lack of originality in art. The idea that following the crowd is a tendency in art (as in the first option) best reflects his criticism as it implies a lack of independent and true artistic expression.

Answer:

Roosevelt suggests that following the crowd is a tendency in many aspects of society, including art.