Exploring 20th Century American Literature

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1. 1

   Which novel is a classic example of stream of consciousness in American literature?

   A The Sound and the Fury by William Faulkner B The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald C To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
2. 2

   Which author is known for their minimalist writing style?

   A Toni Morrison B Ernest Hemingway C John Steinbeck
3. 3

   In which novel is the American Dream critically examined in the 1920s setting?

   A Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck B The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck C The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
4. 4

   Who wrote 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', celebrated for its rich portrayal of African-American women?

   A Zora Neale Hurston B Maya Angelou C Langston Hughes
5. 5

   Which novel by John Steinbeck captures the plight of migrant workers during the Great Depression?

   A East of Eden B The Grapes of Wrath C Cannery Row
6. 6

   Which poetry collection, written by Allen Ginsberg, became emblematic of the Beat Generation?

   A Leaves of Grass B The Waste Land C Howl
7. 7

   Who is the author of the novel 'Beloved', acclaimed for its exploration of post-Civil War African-American experiences?

   A Toni Morrison B Toni Morrison C Alice Walker
8. 8

   Which prize-winning novel by Ralph Ellison examines racial identity in America?

   A Invisible Man B Native Son C Black Boy
9. 9

   What genre is primarily associated with Flannery O'Connor?

   A Science Fiction B Romance C Southern Gothic
10. 10

    Which novel by Jack Kerouac is famous for its spontaneous prose and themes of freedom and travel?

    A The Dharma Bums B On the Road C Big Sur