7.2 - Marxist Literary Criticism
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Practice Questions
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Define 'Base and Superstructure' in Marxist literary criticism.
💡 Hint: Think about how economics influences culture.
What is class conflict?
💡 Hint: Consider stories that show struggles.
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What does the concept of 'Base and Superstructure' explain?
💡 Hint: Which comes first: economics or culture?
True or False: Class conflict is not present in literature.
💡 Hint: Think about common literary themes.
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Analyze how a contemporary text can be read through a Marxist lens, focusing on class struggle.
💡 Hint: Look for power relationships within the characters.
Critique a literary work of your choice by focusing on its ideological implications.
💡 Hint: Examine explicit and implicit messages in the text.
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