Question

the cave of the castle paintings—stencils of hands and paintings of animal figures found in what is now spain and dating from 35,000 - 40,000 years ago—are sometimes said to be emotionally powerful despite their age, but in fact the paintings are ____ precisely because of their age. it is the link of shared humanity with the artists across so many centuries that makes the cave of the castle paintings so meaningful. which choice completes the text with the most logical and precise word or phrase? a moving b neglected c authoritative d simple

Explanation:

The text emphasizes the emotional power and meaningfulness of the Cave of the Castle paintings due to the connection with past artists over centuries. "Moving" means evoking strong emotions, which fits the context as it relates to the emotional power of the paintings. "Neglected" means ignored, which is not relevant. "Authoritative" means having authority, not applicable here. "Simple" does not convey the emotional - power aspect.

Answer:

A. moving