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153.
The PRB believed artists should do all of the following EXCEPT
a. paint meaningful subjects.
b. paint existing rather than imagined landscapes.
c. use vibrant colors.
d. choose subjects that address social issues.
e. portray people and nature in an idealized manner.
154.
According to the passage, the art world
a. disliked the PRB’s emphasis on realism.
b. disdained the PRB’s choice of subject matter.
c. appreciated the PRB’s attention to detail.
d. embraced the PRB’s style, especially their use of color.
e. was offended by the PRB’s attempts to change the Royal 
Academy’s style.
155.
The PRB’s rebellion was rooted in
a. a fascination with religious and mythological subjects.
b. similar artistic rebellions in Europe.
c. a belief that their peers’ work lacked integrity.
d. a distrust of realistic landscapes and poetic themes.
e. a conflict over the use of color in painting.
156.
According to the author, the most distinguishing feature of PRB
works is their
a. surrealism.
b. contrast to Royal Academy art.
c. everyday subject matter.
d. stoicism.
e. vibrant colors.
157.
The author’s main purpose in this passage is to
a. describe the lives of the founders of the PRB.
b. describe the artistic principles of the PRB.
c. compare and contrast revolutions in art.
d. describe the controversy created by the PRB.
e. describe how the PRB influenced future artists.
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158.
It can be inferred that members of the PRB