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Medium Reading and Writing · Information and Ideas · None · MCQ

The text explains the history of the modern dance form, which began in the early 20th century as a rebellion against the strict, classical ballet forms of the time. The form was developed by dancers such as Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham, who sought to express more emotion and freedom of movement. In the passage, the author notes that the modern dance form is still developing. Why does the author mention the work of other dancers?

The author mentions the work of dancers such as Isadora Duncan and Martha Graham to

A
provide examples of the modern dance form’s development.
B
compare the modern dance form to classical ballet.
C
explain how the modern dance form is still developing.
D
argue that modern dance is more important than classical ballet.

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