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What two things is F. Scott Fitzgerald comparing metaphorically by choosing "Babylon Revisited" as the title of his story? (1 point)
A)an ancient, ruined city and Charlie's former life of excess
B)a place of peace and harmony and Charlie's previous marriage
C)a mythical land and Charlie's quest to get his carefree life back
D)a fairytale land and Charlie's earlier time spent with his daughter
i think its C
It's A
To determine the answer, start by analyzing the title itself: "Babylon Revisited." Think about the connotations associated with the name "Babylon." Historically, Babylon was an ancient city known for its opulence and decadence. It was also associated with destruction and ruin.
Now, consider the story "Babylon Revisited" by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The main character, Charlie, is a wealthy man who used to live a life of excess and indulgence during the 1920s, referred to as the "Roaring Twenties." However, currently, he is trying to regain the custody of his daughter and live a more responsible life in post-Depression Paris.
Given this information, which choice best aligns with the metaphorical comparison in Fitzgerald's choice of the title?
A) an ancient, ruined city and Charlie's former life of excess: This choice accurately matches the connotations of Babylon and the character's past life of indulgence.
B) a place of peace and harmony and Charlie's previous marriage: This comparison does not align with the historical and metaphorical association of Babylon as a city of decadence and ruin.
C) a mythical land and Charlie's quest to get his carefree life back: While this choice incorporates the idea of a quest, the emphasis on a mythical land does not fit the historical and metaphorical context of Babylon.
D) a fairytale land and Charlie's earlier time spent with his daughter: While Charlie wishes to repair his relationship with his daughter, the fairytale land comparison does not fit the metaphorical context of Babylon.
So, the most accurate choice is A) an ancient, ruined city and Charlie's former life of excess.