Question

1. which phrase best describes comparative literature?

○ a tool for evaluating written works, in which scholars rate the works compared to the value of other art forms
○ written works that focus on the similarities and differences among the political histories of various societies
○ a field of study in which people analyze how the written works of various cultures are similar and different
○ a way of reading written works that involves comparing one form or genre of writing to another

Explanation:

Comparative literature involves analyzing written works across different cultures to identify similarities and differences. The second option ("a field of study in which people analyze how the written works of various cultures are similar and different") aligns with this definition. The first option focuses on comparing writing forms/genres, not cultures. The third option focuses on political histories, not literature. The fourth option is about evaluating/ rating works, not comparative analysis of cultural literary works.

Answer:

The second option (the second circle): a field of study in which people analyze how the written works of various cultures are similar and different