ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

LITERATURE QUESTIONS

GOTHIC LITERATURE

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T/F Magical realism includes magical moments happening in our real world.
A
False
B
True
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Magical realism is a part of the realism genre of fiction. Within a work of magical realism, the world is still grounded in the real world, but fantastical elements are considered normal in this world. Like fairy tales, magical realism novels and short stories blur the line between fantasy and reality.

Detailed explanation-2: -Magical realism portrays fantastical events in an otherwise realistic tone. It brings fables, folk tales, and myths into contemporary social relevance. Fantasy traits given to characters, such as levitation, telepathy, and telekinesis, help to encompass modern political realities that can be phantasmagorical.

Detailed explanation-3: -Expert-Verified Answer. Answer: Magic realism (also known as magical realism or marvelous realism) is a style of fiction and literary genre that paints a realistic view of the modern world while also adding magical elements.

Detailed explanation-4: -Magical Realism in fiction The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie. Dandelion Wine by Ray Bradbury. Beloved by Toni Morrison.

Detailed explanation-5: -Matter-of-Fact Narrative. In Magic Realist literature, the most fantastic, crazy things are told in a very matter-of-fact way. Hybridity. Incorporation of Myth. The Novel and Short Story. The Fantastic. The Mundane. Time. Political Critique. More items

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