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Founded in New York City in 1969, El Museo del Barrio is dedicated to the visual arts and cultures of Latin America and of Latino communities in the United States. Since its founding, it has acquired more than 8,500 objects for its permanent collection. More recently founded US-based institutions devoted to Latino cultures include the Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center. Located in Austin, Texas, it focuses on Mexican American art and culture.
Which choice best states the main purpose of the text?
A
To trace the founding of two institutions, including how they acquired funding to purchase artworks
B
To trace a historical development that encouraged the founding of two institutions
C
To present information about two institutions, including each institution’s area of focus
D
To draw a contrast between the collection sizes of two institutions