Question

What was the Ashcan School? a. a group of artists from Chicago b. a group of artists that had not been formally trained c. a group of artists that often depicted gritty New York City life d. a group of artists that painted only the effects of fire

Answer 1

The Ashcan School, or also called the Ash Can School,  was a group of artists that often depicted gritty New York City life. Correct answer: C Ashcan School artists were interested in new modes of seeing and being seen in modern New York City: people walking in parks, prostitutes on the street, artificial lights in boxing arenas. They rejected skillful, finished drawing and the ability to render the outward appearance of people and things and instead celebrated personal vision.

Answer 2

C. a group of artists that often depicted gritty New York City life

These artists would portray scenes of daily life in NYC, typically of the poorer neighborhoods.