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Investigating the Literary Portrayal of Class-Based Social Movements and Activism

Description: This quiz delves into the literary portrayal of class-based social movements and activism, exploring how literature reflects and shapes societal struggles for equality and justice.
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In the novel "The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck, which character represents the plight of migrant workers during the Great Depression?

  1. Tom Joad

  2. Ma Joad

  3. Rose of Sharon

  4. Jim Casy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tom Joad embodies the struggles and resilience of migrant workers during the Great Depression, as he leads his family in search of a better life.

In "Uncle Tom's Cabin" by Harriet Beecher Stowe, what is the name of the enslaved woman who becomes a symbol of resistance against slavery?

  1. Eliza

  2. Uncle Tom

  3. George Harris

  4. Topsy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Eliza's daring escape from slavery and her determination to reunite with her family make her an iconic figure in the fight against slavery.

Which of the following novels by Charles Dickens focuses on the harsh living conditions of the working class in Victorian England?

  1. Oliver Twist

  2. David Copperfield

  3. Great Expectations

  4. A Tale of Two Cities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Oliver Twist vividly portrays the struggles of orphans and the impoverished in the workhouses and criminal underworld of London.

In "The Jungle" by Upton Sinclair, what industry is exposed for its inhumane working conditions and exploitation of laborers?

  1. Meatpacking

  2. Textile Manufacturing

  3. Coal Mining

  4. Railroad Construction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sinclair's novel exposes the unsanitary and dangerous conditions in the meatpacking industry, leading to reforms in food safety regulations.

In "The Color Purple" by Alice Walker, Celie's journey of self-discovery and empowerment is set against the backdrop of which social movement?

  1. Civil Rights Movement

  2. Women's Suffrage Movement

  3. Labor Movement

  4. Environmental Movement


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The novel explores the intersections of race, gender, and class oppression during the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.

In "Beloved" by Toni Morrison, Sethe's infanticide is a manifestation of her resistance against which oppressive system?

  1. Slavery

  2. Racism

  3. Patriarchy

  4. Capitalism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Morrison's novel delves into the psychological and emotional toll of slavery on individuals and communities.

Which of the following novels by John Dos Passos employs a fragmented narrative style to depict the lives of working-class Americans during the early 20th century?

  1. Manhattan Transfer

  2. U.S.A.

  3. The Big Money

  4. The 42nd Parallel


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Dos Passos's trilogy, "U.S.A.", uses innovative techniques to capture the fragmented and disjointed nature of modern urban life.

In "The Ragged-Trousered Philanthropists" by Robert Tressell, the working-class characters engage in a rent strike as a form of collective action against their exploitative landlord. This novel is a significant example of which literary genre?

  1. Socialist Realism

  2. Naturalism

  3. Modernism

  4. Postmodernism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Socialist Realism is a literary genre that aims to depict the struggles and triumphs of the working class from a Marxist perspective.

In "The Dispossessed" by Ursula K. Le Guin, the anarchist society of Anarres is contrasted with the capitalist society of Urras. This novel explores the tensions between which two opposing ideologies?

  1. Anarchism and Capitalism

  2. Socialism and Fascism

  3. Communism and Democracy

  4. Liberalism and Conservatism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Le Guin's novel presents a thought-provoking exploration of the strengths and weaknesses of anarchism and capitalism as political and economic systems.

In "The Wretched of the Earth" by Frantz Fanon, the author argues that violence is a necessary tool for colonized people to achieve liberation from colonial oppression. This work is a seminal text in which field of study?

  1. Postcolonial Studies

  2. Critical Race Theory

  3. Decolonial Studies

  4. Marxist Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Fanon's book is a foundational text in postcolonial studies, analyzing the psychological and political effects of colonialism and advocating for decolonization.

In "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan, the experiences of Chinese immigrant mothers and their American-born daughters highlight the tensions between which two generations?

  1. First and Second Generation Immigrants

  2. Traditional and Modern Values

  3. Eastern and Western Cultures

  4. Rich and Poor Classes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Tan's novel explores the complex relationships between first-generation Chinese immigrants and their American-born children, navigating cultural differences and generational gaps.

In "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros, Esperanza's coming-of-age story is set in a predominantly Latino neighborhood in Chicago. This novel is a significant contribution to which literary movement?

  1. Chicano Literature

  2. Feminist Literature

  3. Postmodern Literature

  4. Magical Realism Literature


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cisneros's novel is a notable example of Chicano literature, exploring the experiences and identity formation of Mexican Americans in the United States.

In "The Color of Law" by Richard Rothstein, the author provides a historical analysis of how government policies and practices have contributed to racial segregation and inequality in housing in the United States. This book is a significant contribution to which field of study?

  1. Urban Studies

  2. Sociology

  3. History

  4. Law


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rothstein's book is a major work in urban studies, examining the historical and contemporary factors that have shaped racial segregation in housing and its impact on communities.

In "Nickel and Dimed" by Barbara Ehrenreich, the author goes undercover as a low-wage worker to experience firsthand the challenges and hardships faced by working-class Americans. This book is a significant contribution to which field of study?

  1. Economic Sociology

  2. Labor Studies

  3. Poverty Studies

  4. Feminist Economics


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ehrenreich's book is a valuable contribution to labor studies, shedding light on the working conditions and struggles of low-wage workers in the United States.

In "The New Jim Crow" by Michelle Alexander, the author argues that the criminal justice system in the United States perpetuates racial inequality and functions as a new form of racial segregation. This book is a significant contribution to which field of study?

  1. Critical Race Theory

  2. Sociology of Law

  3. Criminal Justice Studies

  4. Political Science


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Alexander's book is a major work in critical race theory, analyzing the role of the criminal justice system in maintaining racial inequality in the United States.

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