Question

jan vermeer: artist of light and life
have you ever sat at a kitchen table and noticed how the morning sun filters through the window, illuminating the simple everyday items placed there: a bowl, a spoon, a glass of juice? did you wish that you could somehow capture that moment in time?
johannes (jan) vermeer, a 17th - century artist, observed just such everyday scenes in his home and recorded them for posterity in his master paintings.
vermeer was born in delft, netherlands, in 1632. as the son of a silk weaver and dealer, he was exposed to artists and fine paintings from an early age. although little is known about his early artistic training, it is a recorded fact that, in 1653, vermeer joined the guild of st. luke, an association of artists and art dealers. although he was well respected in the delft
the author implies that the people in vermeer’s hometown
○ admired vermeer for his generosity.
○ were jealous of vermeer’s artistic abilities.
○ appreciated vermeer’s artistic contributions.
○ were not interested in vermeer’s work.

Explanation:

The text states "Although he was well respected in the Delft", which indicates the people in his hometown valued his artistic work and contributions. The other options are not supported: there is no mention of generosity, jealousy, or lack of interest in his work.

Answer:

B. appreciated Vermeer's artistic contributions.