Set 6: Transitions (Intermediate)
Explanation
PASSAGE
Renaissance artists like Leonardo da Vinci were not merely painters but polymaths who excelled in multiple disciplines. Da Vinci studied anatomy to better render the human form in his paintings. _______ his scientific observations informed his artistic choices, creating unprecedented realism.
Which choice completes the text with the most logical transition?
Detailed Answer Explanation
This question asks you to choose the transition that best connects two ideas. Studying anatomy led to better artistic realism. 'In this way' shows how the method (studying anatomy) achieved the result (realistic art). Transitions signal the relationship between sentences or paragraphs. Determine the logical relationship (addition, contrast, cause-effect, example) and select the transition that accurately expresses it. The right transition makes the relationship between ideas crystal clear. Consider what logical connection exists: Is the second idea adding to the first? Contrasting it? Showing a result? The transition should accurately reflect this relationship.
Key Evidence:
• "studied anatomy to better render"
• "scientific observations informed his artistic choices"
Why others are wrong: D (Alternative - this is a direct connection, not an alternative path.), B (Contrast - but the connection between science and art is consistent, not contrasting.), A (Dismissal - the anatomical study directly relates to the artistic outcome.).
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