Question

what is the meaning of the foreign expression in bold? the artists newest exhibition showcases his mastery of light and shadow and has been called a tour de force by critics around the globe. a display of great strength or skill a favorable or desired outcome a measure or degree of success a display of great wealth

Explanation:

"Tour de force" is a French expression. In the context of the sentence, the artist's exhibition showcases his mastery (which implies great strength or skill). The other options - "a favorable or desired outcome", "a measure or degree of success", and "a display of great wealth" - do not fit the context as well as the idea of showing great strength or skill. Mastery of light and shadow is more about demonstrating skill rather than just a general success measure, a specific outcome, or wealth display.

Answer:

a display of great strength or skill