How is the theme of nationalism linked to elements of composition ...

[Haya94]

How is the theme of nationalism linked to elements of composition in Delacroix's Liberty Leading the People?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

In form and content, Rashid Johnson's Souls of Black Folk
 
  a) critiques African-American history through its own cultural signs.
  b) celebrates African-American history by reviving its forgotten symbols.
  c) rejects African-American history by satirizing its traditions.
  d) denies African-American history by emphasizing common American symbols.

[Christopher]

Answer to Question 1

Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Lady Liberty is the largest figure centered in the composition.
2. The red, white, and blue flag creates the focal point at top center, symbolizing the new nation.
3. The crowd of fighters surrounding Liberty from foreground, to middle distance and beyond represent a mix of social classes combining into one force.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a