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

Short Answer Questions

1. In 1959, Esquire adopted a ______ approach to art.

2. Why did Diane give away her photos before she died?

3. What side of New York did Esquire want to exhibit?

4. How did people react to Diane's work after her death?

5. Why were the recipients of Diane's gifts considered "lucky"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In several ways, Diane compromised herself and her art for mainstream and normalcy. She did this first with her marriage to Allan and second with getting her work published. In ways, these choices helped her gain what she desired but also inhibited her. Discuss Diane's compromise for the mainstream and normalcy. Was this contrary to her nature or a means to an end? Was she faithful to herself or her art?

Essay Topic 2

Diane's life was full of infidelity. Judging from the reactions of those around her and her own reactions, her actions were a product of a larger problem. Discuss why Diane was unfaithful.

Essay Topic 3

Allan was Diane's only husband whom she married while she was young and with whom she had two children. Allan both afforded Diane the life she wanted and prevented her from that life as well. Discuss Diane's relationship with Allan.

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