Question

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Select the correct answer.
Which of the following best explains the author's purpose for writing this passage?
O A.
to describe how the reader can make his or her own paintings
OB.
to persuade the reader to imitate another artist's technique
O C.
to entertain the reader with a tale about a rebellious artist
OD.
to inform the reader about an art movement and an artist
During the 19th century, the art movement called
Impressionism began. The artists who followed this movement
were called Impressionists. The characteristic style of the
movement was short and broken strokes that focused on re-
creating the effects of light. This method gave the painting or the
drawing a luminous, sketch-like appearance.
Among the great Impressionists, Edgar Degas was known for
his paintings of people. His style was different from other
Impressionists who painted landscapes. Degas focused on
capturing the vitality of everyday people in each of his paintings.
He did so in some of his most recognized paintings of ballet
dancers and women. Besides his work with paint, Degas even
worked in different mediums such as sculpture. One of his most
famous sculptures is The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer. In this
sculpture, Degas was able to capture the blossoming of youth in
bronze. Although Degas' subject matter differed from his fellow
artists, he still achieved the spirit of Impressionism.

Answer 1

Option D: To inform the reader about an art movement and an artist.

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Answer 2

OD- to inform the reader about an art movement and an artist

Step-by-step explanation:

The passage gives information about what happened and gives facts and details