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What type of subject matter did French Impressionist painters such as Pierre-Auguste Renoir depict?

a) Landscapes and cityscapes
b) Mythological scenes
c) Still life
d) Portraits and people

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French Impressionist painters depicted landscapes, cityscapes, contemporary life, and portraits.

Step-by-step explanation:

The French Impressionist painters, such as Pierre-Auguste Renoir, depicted a variety of subject matter in their works. They were known for capturing landscapes and cityscapes, scenes from contemporary life including the bourgeois lifestyle, cafés, dance halls, and theaters, as well as portraits and people. The Impressionists focused on capturing the movement of life, the changing qualities of light, and used dynamic brushstrokes to create their unique style.

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