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Practice

A. Read the passage again and underline the key information.

Art Deco Architecture
Architecture became more technical in the twentieth century. This meant
that buildings could be taller. These new very tall buildings were called
skyscrapers. The first ones were in America. One of the most popular styles of
design in the 1920s was Art Deco. Its influences were diverse. It could be seen on
the b미 Idings and inside them too. Many buildings were made with stainless
steel and glass. They often had large spires and big curves. This style can be
seen on the Chrysler building in New York

B. Listen to the lecture and take notes.
Art Deco
• Was a very popular
• It can still be seen
Art Deco Designers
• Used modern
• Were inspired by
The style
• Was all about
• Used many
• Could be found
• Is still
The Chrysler Building
• Had a
• Was made using

C. Read the prompt.

The professor and the passage give details about Art Deco. Explain what Art
Deco was like and where it was used.

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