Wonders 2-3 Listening Comprehension

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What impact did Thomas Moran's paintings have on the American people?

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His paintings were so beautiful they helped people imagine being in the western US.

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Where did Thomas Moran journey west to?

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Yellowstone.

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What was Thomas Moran's profession at the start of his career?

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Artist and painter.

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What was a challenge of taking photographs in the early 1800s?

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The camera was so large and heavy that it was hard to move around.

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Who was Thomas Moran?

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A famous artist that painted pictures of nature in the US.

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What is the significance of Thomas Moran's artwork?

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It helped promote the beauty of the American landscape and influenced public perception of national parks.

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What type of subjects did Thomas Moran typically paint?

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Nature and landscapes, particularly scenes from the western United States.

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How did Thomas Moran contribute to the conservation movement?

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His paintings inspired people to appreciate and protect natural landscapes.

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What was one of the main themes in Thomas Moran's paintings?

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The grandeur and beauty of the American wilderness.

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What materials did Thomas Moran use for his paintings?

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Oil paints on canvas.