What is the difference between an imported ballad and a native ballad?

What will be an ideal response?

Imported ballad:
little changed from its Old-Country forms
Example: "Barbara Allen"

Native ballad:
American
Wholly new stories indigenous to the U.S.A.
Usually have known authors
Often based on actual occurrences
Frequently involve physical disasters—murder and execution themes are common

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Rosa Bonheur's The Horse Fair can be characterized as "Realist" because of its __________.

A. emphasis on the effects of light and atmosphere B. cropped, asymmetric composition C. accurate depictions of farm animals D. expressive use of color and form

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