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Sebastião Salgado a Giant of Photography, English comprehension exercise

 Sebastião Salgado is a renowned Brazilian documentary photographer and photojournalist. He was born on February 8, 1944, in Aimorés, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Salgado is best known for his powerful black-and-white photographs that depict social and environmental issues around the world.

Salgado initially pursued a career in economics and earned a master's degree in the subject. He worked for the International Coffee Organization and later became an economist for the World Bank. However, his experiences and observations during his economic work led him to develop a passion for photography.

In the 1970s, Salgado abandoned his career in economics and began his journey as a photographer. He joined the prestigious Magnum Photos agency in 1979 and became a full member in 1980. Salgado's early works focused on documenting the lives of marginalized and impoverished communities in Latin America and Africa.

One of Salgado's most iconic projects is "Workers" (1993), a photographic series that captures the lives of laborers from various industries worldwide. His other notable projects include "Sahel: The End of the Road" (1986), which highlights the devastating effects of drought and famine in Africa, and "Genesis" (2013), a collection of photographs that celebrate the beauty of untouched landscapes and indigenous cultures.


Salgado's photographs are known for their meticulous composition, striking contrast, and emotional depth. He often works in black and white, believing that it enhances the storytelling aspect of his images. His images provide a compassionate and thought-provoking look into the lives of marginalized people and the impact of environmental degradation.

In addition to his photography, Salgado and his wife, Lélia Wanick Salgado, founded the Instituto Terra in 1998. The organization aims to restore the Atlantic Forest in Brazil by replanting trees and promoting environmental education. The couple has also published several books featuring Salgado's photographs, including "Genesis" and "Migration: Humanity in Transition."

Sebastião Salgado's contributions to the field of photography have earned him numerous awards and accolades. He has been honored with the W. Eugene Smith Memorial Fund Grant, the Hasselblad Foundation International Award in Photography, and the Peace Prize of the German Book Trade, among others.

Salgado's work continues to inspire and raise awareness about pressing social and environmental issues. His photographs serve as a reminder of the power of visual storytelling and the importance of empathy and compassion in understanding our world.

Ten questions about Sebastião Salgado:

  1. What is Sebastião Salgado's nationality?
  2. When did Sebastião Salgado transition from his career in economics to photography?
  3. Which agency did Sebastião Salgado join in 1979?
  4. What is the title of Sebastião Salgado's iconic project that focuses on the lives of laborers worldwide?
  5. Which project by Salgado highlights the devastating effects of drought and famine in Africa?
  6. In what year was Salgado's book "Genesis" published?
  7. What is the name of the organization founded by Sebastião Salgado and his wife to restore the Atlantic Forest in Brazil?
  8. Name one award or recognition that Sebastião Salgado has received for his photography.
  9. What is the predominant style or approach used by Salgado in his photography?
  10. How does Sebastião Salgado's work contribute to raising awareness about social and environmental issues?