Passage: 'Unlike many of its contemporaries, the Impressionist movement in painting, while initially met with skepticism, quickly garnered public admiration. Its focus on capturing fleeting moments and light, rather than precise detail, resonated with a society undergoing rapid industrial and social change.' What is the primary purpose of the passage?

The correct answer to the question "Passage: 'Unlike many of its contemporaries, the Impressionist movement in painting, while initially met with skepticism, quickly garnered public admiration. Its focus on capturing fleeting moments and light, rather than precise detail, resonated with a society undergoing rapid industrial and social change.' What is the primary purpose of the passage?" is Option C: To discuss the initial reception and eventual success of Impressionism..

The other options — A) To argue that Impressionism is superior to other art movements., B) To explain the techniques used by Impressionist painters., D) To detail the social changes that influenced the Impressionist movement. — are incorrect for this GMAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: The passage describes how Impressionism was initially met with skepticism but 'quickly garnered public admiration', indicating a focus on its reception and subsequent success.