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home>preptest 78, passage 2, question 10
rese ruffin
lesson by rese ruffin
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summary
the passage delves into the complexities surrounding the social historical interpretation of art, highlighting specific instances that challenge or complicate this perspective.
  • the correct answer to the question identifies patrons who bought artwork solely for resale as not a discussed complication in the social historical interpretation of art.
  • artists subverting patron ideas, patrons with eccentric tastes, and those whose tastes do not produce enduring art are cited as complications in the passage.
  • the passage also notes the issue of patrons buying artwork that conflicts with their values, further complicating the social historical interpretation.
  • the analysis focuses on mapping answer choices back to the passage to identify the one exception, emphasizing a critical reading and understanding of the text.
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identifying the exception
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complications in social historical interpretation