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Henri Matisse is a French artist who is known for his use of color and his fluid and original draughtsmanship. He was a leader of the Fauvist movement.

Vincent van Gogh died on July 29, 1890, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Some historians believe van Gogh’s death was a suicide, while others believe it was an accident.

Surrealism is a type of art where people use their imaginations to create strange or unusual pictures. Sometimes surrealist artists use photography to create their art.

1. Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch post-Impressionist painter who is among the most famous and influential figures in the history of Western art.
2. Van Gogh’s work had a great impact on modern art, especially on the development of Expressionism.

Richard III became king because he was the last king of the House of York. He became king after his brother, King Edward IV, died.

The United States failed to ratify the Treaty of Versailles and join the League of Nations because the Senate believed that the League would be unable to prevent another world war and because the United States would be unable to protect its own interests.

Edgar Degas was a French artist who is known for his paintings, sculptures, and prints. He used photography as a tool to capture images of his subjects in different positions and to help him plan his compositions.

The Starry Night is one of the most famous paintings in the world. It is famous for its beautiful night sky and the way the stars seem to be shining.

The League of Nations failed to prevent World War II because it was unable to prevent the aggressive actions of the Axis Powers and it did not have the military power to enforce its decisions.

In “Fish Cheeks,” Amy Tan describes a Christmas Eve dinner in order to create a contrast between cultures. She is embarrassed by the Chinese food her family is eating, and she is ashamed of her own culture.