Examkin

Question

Difficulty: EasyTransitions: Contrast and Concession

Many art historians once assumed that the vibrant blue paint in Renaissance paintings was imported exclusively from distant mines in Afghanistan. ________, recent chemical analyses of several Italian frescoes have shown that artists frequently used locally sourced, copper-based pigments to achieve similar hues. Which choice completes the passage with the most logical transition?

  1. A
    Furthermore,
  2. However,Answer
  3. C
    For instance,
  4. D
    Consequently,

Answer

However,
The correct transition is 'However' because it accurately signals a contrast between the historical assumption that Renaissance blue paint was imported exclusively from Afghanistan and the new chemical evidence that local pigments were frequently used.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Analyze the relationship between the two sentences in the passage.
The first sentence introduces a past assumption among art historians: that Renaissance blue paint was imported exclusively from Afghanistan. The second sentence introduces new chemical evidence: that artists frequently used local, copper-based pigments.
Understanding how these two ideas connect determines the correct transition.
2
Identify the type of connection between the two ideas.
The two sentences express contrasting ideas. The new findings of local pigment use contradict the assumption of exclusive importing.
A transition signaling contrast or concession is required to link the sentences logically.
3
Evaluate the choices to find the transition that signals contrast.
The transition 'However' signals contrast. The other choices ('Furthermore', 'For instance', and 'Consequently') signal addition, exemplification, and cause-and-effect respectively.
Only a contrast transition correctly connects the opposing ideas in the text.

Key Concept

Transitions: Contrast and Concession
Estimated Time:45s
Rate this question

Topics

Transitions: Contrast and Concession

More questions from this topic