The following text discusses museum architecture.
The Guggenheim Bilbao, designed by Frank Gehry, transformed how cities view museum architecture. Its titanium curves became an instantly recognizable symbol, attracting visitors beyond traditional museum audiences. Other cities attempted to replicate this "Bilbao effect," commissioning dramatic buildings hoping to boost tourism. Results have been mixed, suggesting architectural spectacle alone cannot guarantee cultural or economic success.
Which choice best describes the function of the last sentence?
It provides a nuanced assessment of attempts to replicate success.
It explains the technical construction methods Gehry used.
It argues that the Guggenheim Bilbao was a failure.
It introduces a new architectural movement.
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. The last sentence offers nuance: mixed results show that spectacle alone isn't sufficient.
- Evidence: The text describes the success: "instantly recognizable symbol," "attracting visitors." It ends with a nuance: "Results have been mixed, suggesting architectural spectacle alone cannot guarantee... success."
- Reasoning: The final sentence qualifies the earlier success story by noting that it's not easily replicable.
- Conclusion: The function is to provide a nuanced assessment.
💡 Strategy: Look for the phrase "Results have been mixed" -> indicates a nuanced or complex outcome.
Choice B is incorrect because construction methods aren't explained. Choice C is incorrect because Bilbao is presented as successful. Choice D is incorrect because no new movement is introduced.