Question

question 10 of 10
what is meant by the term genre in literature?

a. a way of making distinctions between writers with similar
histories

b. a critical perspective interested in general ideas rather than
specific details

c. a style of writing that was more popular during an earlier time
period

d. a category of writing characterized by a particular style, form, or
content

Explanation:

In literature, the term "genre" refers to a category of literary composition. Option A is incorrect as genre is not about distinguishing writers by history. Option B describes a different critical approach, not genre. Option C is incorrect as genre is not defined by popularity in an earlier time period. Option D accurately defines genre as a category of writing with distinct style, form, or content (e.g., poetry, fiction, non - fiction are genres).

Answer:

D. A category of writing characterized by a particular style, form, or content