Question

question 7 of 20
read the following passage from william faulkners nobel prize speech:
i feel that this award was not made to me as a man, but to my work — a lifes work in the agony and sweat of the human spirit, not for glory and least of all for profit, but to create out of the materials of the human spirit something which did not exist before.
how does this passage contribute to the overall purpose of the speech?

Explanation:

The passage from Faulkner's Nobel speech emphasizes that the award is for his work, which aims to create something new from human - spirit materials, not for glory or profit. In the context of the overall speech (which likely focuses on the role of the writer and literature), this passage contributes by clarifying his view on the purpose of his writing: to engage with the human spirit and create original works. It helps to establish his artistic intent, showing that his work is driven by the desire to contribute to human - spiritual expression rather than external rewards, thus aligning with the speech's purpose of discussing the value and mission of literature (or artistic creation).

Answer:

This passage contributes to the overall purpose of the speech by clarifying that the Nobel Prize is awarded for his life's work of creating original works from the "materials of the human spirit", not for glory or profit. It helps to establish his artistic intent, emphasizing the value of engaging with the human spirit in his creative process, which aligns with the speech's likely focus on the role and mission of literature (or artistic creation).