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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does Bosworth use to describe Arbus' role in her field?

2. Before teaching at parsons, what magazine did Israel edit?

3. For how long would Diane photograph?

4. How did Allan feel about the development of his acting career?

5. What control did Israel have over Diane?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Diane and her siblings all grew up to become artists although they were raised in a wealthy, business oriented home. Discuss how the different facets of Diane's upbringing (from her financial opportunities, to her education, to the emotions in her house) formed her.

Essay Topic 2

Diane was famous for her portrayal of the grotesque. Discuss Diane's photos. Why did people find her work grotesque? What was Diane's commentary on human nature?

Essay Topic 3

Both Diane and her mother suffered from depression for very different reasons. Discuss Diane's depression. Was she a victim to it or just to herself? Why was she depressed?

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