Reality and Cynicism in Poetry

Question 1

What social issue is raised through the description of the woman's environment?

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C: poverty

Question 2

A blackguard is a rude or corrupt person. Based on Bierce's definition of a cynic, in which literary category would the writings of cynics most likely be placed?

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A: realism

Question 3

How does Bierce's definition of a cynic relate to naturalism?

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C: Naturalism reveals things as they are, rather than as one would prefer to see them.

Question 4

What social issue do the laborers and convicts represent?

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C: crime and violence

Question 5

What emotional impression does the scene have on you? Check any boxes that apply.

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A: sympathy; B: cynicism; C: scorn; D: fear

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