Why did Lange document scenes such as this in her work?

Question

A.
to show the public that the New Deal was doing more harm than good

B.
to encourage people to help southern communities during Reconstruction

C.
to illustrate the effects of urbanization and industrialization in large cities

D.
to draw public attention to the effects of the Great Depression on the poor

Answer 1

D. to draw public attention to the effects of the Great Depression on the poor

Dorothea Lange is well-known for her powerful photography that documented the struggles of people during the Great Depression, particularly depicting the hardships faced by the poor and marginalized communities. Her work aimed to raise awareness about these social issues and advocate for change.