ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

AGES ERA PERIOD

RESTORATION AND 18TH CENTURY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A “classic” book is usually one that possesses what quality?
A
It has universal appeal.
B
It can stand the test of time.
C
It makes connections.
D
All of the above.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Classic literature is an expression of life, truth, and beauty. It must be of high artistic quality, at least for the time in which it was written. Although different styles will come and go, a classic can be appreciated for its construction and literary art.

Detailed explanation-2: -A classic is a novel that represents a genre or a writing style, or it can be a novel that makes a contribution to literature. There are all kinds of classics, from horror classics to romance classics, from novels that sold millions of copies to a novel that changed how a genre was written.

Detailed explanation-3: -Classic novels tend to deal with timeless, universal themes. Whether it’s the eternal struggle of good vs. evil, the inevitability of death, or the corruptive nature of power, a classic novel should attempt to examine some enduring, immutable truth about the way humans behave.

Detailed explanation-4: -A classic is a book which is well-known and considered to be of a high literary standard. You can refer to such books generally as the classics.

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