Question

what tended to be the focus of american schools of art in the 1800s?
options: abstract expressionism, ornate geometric patterns, peaceful natural scenes

Explanation:

In the 1800s, American art schools often focused on peaceful natural scenes (e.g., Hudson River School emphasized landscapes). Abstract expressionism emerged later, and ornate geometric patterns were less central to 19th - century American art education focus.

Answer:

peaceful natural scenes