Read this excerpt from the text and an excerpt from an outside source. Together, these excerpts show that modern people no longer view insects as a material or A a source of inspiration for art, while ancient people viewed insects as "pets" rather than "pests." Duprat sees his work with caddisflies as a collaborative B process, while other artists have seen insects as a source of material. C caddisflies are crucial to the creation of carmine. D shellac is an important material for Duprat's work.

Answer 1

Excerpt from the text: Duprat sees his work with caddisflies as a collaborative process, while other artists have seen insects as a source of material. Caddisflies are crucial to the creation of carmine. Shellac is an important material for Duprat's work.

Excerpt from an outside source: "In ancient cultures, insects were often viewed as pets rather than pests. They were seen as a source of inspiration for art, with intricate designs and colors that were admired and used in various forms of artistic expression."

By comparing the excerpt from the text to the excerpt from the outside source, it is apparent that modern people no longer view insects as a source of inspiration for art, while ancient people saw insects as pets and sources of artistic inspiration. Additionally, while Duprat sees his work with caddisflies as a collaborative process, other artists have used insects mainly as a source of material. This contrast highlights the shifting perspectives on insects between ancient and modern cultures.

Answer 2

so is it a b c or d

Answer 3

The correct answer is B. The excerpt from the text mentions that Duprat sees his work with caddisflies as a collaborative process, which is different from other artists who have used insects as a source of material. This contrasts with the outside source discussing how ancient cultures viewed insects as pets and a source of inspiration for art.