8. The modernist movement challenged American writers to
a. adopt Marxism as a philosophical basis for their work
b. set their stories and poems in the South or Midwest
c. find new themes, subjects, and styles for their work
d. avoid the influences and ideas of European writers
C or D?
11. In "The Death of the Hired Man", the characters' feelings are revealed by
a. how the character reacts to death
b. the characters' different definitions of work
c. the observation of the third-person narrator
d. what the characters say to one another
D?
12. Which of the following sentences best states the main idea of "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock"?
a. Them modern world has no need of intellectual people
b. Modern life is spiritually bankrupt
c. In modern times, heroes are not needed
d. Modern people are generous and kind
C?
14. In "Winter Dreams", Dexter Green can best be describes as
a. ambitious and full of desires
b. judgmental and comical
c. courageous and helpful
d. honest and trustworthy
D?
15. Why is it paradoxical that Judy's smile has "no root in mirth, or even amusement"?
a. Her smile is an invitation to be kissed
b. She smiles at the chicken livers and at Dexter
c. Smiles usually indicate happiness
d. Her smile is an indication of her boredom
C?
Thanks
-MC
You posted these questions before, and no one answered. I have not answered because I have not read these works or have not read them recently enough.
Sorry.
For question 8, the correct answer is c. The modernist movement challenged American writers to find new themes, subjects, and styles for their work. To arrive at this answer, you can read about the modernist movement in American literature and understand its objectives and influences on writers. You can explore books, articles, or reliable online sources that discuss the modernist movement and its impact on American literature.
For question 11, the correct answer is d. what the characters say to one another. In "The Death of the Hired Man", the characters' feelings are expressed through their dialogue and conversations. To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the text of the poem and pay attention to the characters' interactions and the words they speak to understand their emotions and perspectives.
For question 12, the correct answer is b. Modern life is spiritually bankrupt. This statement best summarizes the main idea of "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock". To determine the main idea, you can analyze the themes and motifs employed in the poem and consider T.S. Eliot's use of symbolism and imagery to portray the spiritual emptiness of modern existence.
For question 14, the correct answer is a. ambitious and full of desires. Dexter Green, the protagonist in "Winter Dreams", is characterized as being driven by ambition and having numerous desires. To arrive at this answer, you can analyze Dexter Green's thoughts, actions, and motivations throughout the story, as well as how his desires shape his decisions and relationships.
For question 15, the correct answer is b. She smiles at the chicken livers and at Dexter. It is paradoxical that Judy's smile has "no root in mirth, or even amusement" because she smiles in situations that do not typically elicit happiness or amusement. To arrive at this answer, you can closely examine the context in which Judy's smile is mentioned and consider the author's intent in portraying her behavior as paradoxical.
Remember that these answers are based on literary analysis and interpretation, and there may be multiple valid perspectives or arguments for some questions.