Will has been asked to respond to this excerpt from A Short Walk around the Pyramids and through the World of Art by Philip Isaacson.
The temple is called the Parthenon, and the horse was part of a group of figures made especially for its east pediment, a large stone triangle fitted just under the roof. The Parthenon, high on a hill, catches the first light of morning. The carvers wanted the sight of that golden light washing across the horse and a line of other gods to be unforgettable. And so they coaxed the images of their gods out of the marble with such tenderness that they gave the world an example of ideal beauty. Each figure is as calm and as refined as our minds can imagine. They are so noble and quiet that they do seem godly and perfect companions for the noble, quiet temple.
Which would be the best response to the excerpt?
This paragraph has been written to persuade students to visit the Greek Parthenon. The author gives many historical facts about Greek civilization.
This paragraph has been written to entertain students with fascinating stories from Greek history. The author gives many examples of the unforgettable Greek culture, which helps readers form a positive opinion about Greece.
This paragraph has been written to inform students about ancient Greek gods. The author gives many personal opinions to teach students about Greek heroes.
This paragraph has been written to educate students about an ancient Greek sculpture. The author gives many examples of the sculpture's beauty and helps readers form a positive opinion about the art.
This paragraph has been written to educate students about an ancient Greek sculpture. The author gives many examples of the sculpture's beauty and helps readers form a positive opinion about the art.
This paragraph has been written to educate students about an ancient Greek sculpture. The author gives many examples of the sculpture's beauty and helps readers form a positive opinion about the art.
The best response to the excerpt would be: "This paragraph has been written to educate students about an ancient Greek sculpture. The author gives many examples of the sculpture's beauty and helps readers form a positive opinion about the art."
The excerpt specifically discusses the Parthenon temple and the horse sculpture that was part of its east pediment. The author emphasizes the beauty and impact of the sculpture, describing how the carvers intended the sight of the golden light washing across the horse and other gods to be unforgettable. The author also mentions that the figures are calm, refined, noble, and quiet, giving the impression of ideal beauty. Through these descriptions, the author aims to educate readers about the art and inspire them to appreciate its beauty.