Question

the piece above is called, the portuguese, by georges braque. braque used zigzag lines as his primary piece, in order to suggest __(1) and (2)__.
a. (1) visual confusion; (2) action

Explanation:

In Cubist art (like Braque's work), zigzag lines in "The Portuguese" suggest (1) disunity (breaking forms into fragmented parts, a Cubist trait) and (2) confusion (challenging traditional perspective, creating visual complexity). However, if option "a" is considered: Cubism’s fragmentation can create visual confusion (from broken forms), and zigzag lines imply dynamic action (movement in the fragmented space). But the standard Cubist interpretation of Braque’s use of zigzag here ties to disunity (fragmentation) and confusion, or action. Assuming the options (though partially cut, "a" is visible): "a. (1) visual confusion; (2) action" aligns with Cubist techniques—zigzags disrupt order (confusion) and imply movement (action) in the fragmented composition.

Answer:

a. (1) visual confusion; (2) action