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Why do you think American artists were drawn to Realism and Modernism in the early twentieth century?

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I believe that American artists were drawn to Realism and Modernism in the early 20th century because of the war. Artists were disillusioned and utilized these emotions to create a social commentary in their art.

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American artists were drawn to Realism and Modernism in the early 20th century because of the war. Art became a form of social commentary and a physical outward expression of the artists' opinion.

Many artists became disillusioned with war. Their feelings of disillusionment were projected in their art.
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