The following text is from a poem titled "To the Painter." You, with the stroke of a bright brush, Have captured the sunlight and the rush Of the wind in the trees, And read the secrets of the breeze. The language of the colors, You have spoken them all, And even the silent shadows Answered your call.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
To praise an artist for their ability to depict nature and evoke emotion
To criticize a painter for using too many bright colors
To describe a specific painting of a storm
To explain how to mix paints correctly
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The speaker praises the painter for "capturing sunlight" and "speaking the language of colors." The tone is admiring.
Choice B is incorrect. The tone is positive, not critical. Choice C is incorrect. It refers to nature generally, not a specific painting. Choice D is incorrect. It discusses the result, not the mixing process.