Jasper Johns chose to paint his image of the American flag to express:
A)his own patriotism during the McCarthy era.
B)his proclivity for things seen but not examined.
C)a universal concept of freedom.
D)the injustices incurred during the Civil Rights movement.

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Jasper Johns was known for his use of everyday objects and symbols as subjects in his art. His Flag series was a reflection of his interest in things seen but not examined, as he explored the familiar and iconic image of the American flag in a new way. While his art may have had political connotations, the focus was more on the visual representation of the object rather than any specific political message or statement.

Jasper Johns Chose to Paint His Image of the American