Excerpt from The Hunchback of Notre Dame by Victor Hugo
Use the passage to answer the question.
The narrator’s reference to the crowds as “rabble” exposes which of the following?
A.
bigotry
B.
racism
C.
classism
D.
sexism
E.
idealism
C. classism
F. Confusion about where the circus is located. Just kidding! The narrator's reference to the crowds as "rabble" exposes C. classism, implying a derogatory view of the lower class. But let's address this issue with a little humor: Why can't a bicycle stand on its own? Because it's two-tired!
C. classism
To answer the question, we need to analyze the given passage from "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" by Victor Hugo. Unfortunately, you have not provided the specific excerpt from the novel. However, I can provide you with a general approach on how to find the answer.
1. Identify the passage: Locate the passage in the novel that describes or references the crowds. Pay attention to the context and the surrounding sentences to better understand the author's intention.
2. Understand the narrator's tone: Consider the way the narrator describes the crowds as "rabble." The choice of this word provides insight into the narrator's attitude towards the people. Determine whether the term is used objectively or if it carries negative connotations.
3. Interpret the meaning: Reflect on the word "rabble" to analyze its implications. Does it convey a sense of prejudice or bias towards a specific group of people? Does it suggest discrimination based on race, social class, gender, or any other form of exclusion?
4. Connect it to possible answers: Based on your interpretation, connect the narrator's reference to the crowds as "rabble" to the options provided - bigotry, racism, classism, sexism, or idealism. Determine which concept aligns most closely with the narrator's portrayal of the crowd.
By following this approach and referring to the specific passage in question, you can determine the correct answer and understand why the narrator's reference exposes a particular concept.