Question

4.4.3 test (cst): wrap-up: modernism and the american dream
how does this passage contribute to the overall purpose of the speech?
a. it describes the genius involved in creating fiction as a work of art.
b. it communicates to would - be writers the difficulty of the profession they chose.
c. it conveys faulkner’s feeling that his work is not worthy of such a prestigious award.
d. it helps establish the fundamental role of the creative artist in society.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The passage (likely from Faulkner's Nobel speech) isn't focused on describing genius in fiction creation.
• Option B: It doesn't aim to tell aspiring writers about the difficulty of writing.
• Option C: Faulkner's speech (contextually) doesn't convey self - deprecation about his work's worthiness.
• Option D: Faulkner's Nobel Prize acceptance speech emphasizes the role of the creative artist (writer) in society, like upholding truth, compassion, etc. So this option matches the purpose of establishing the artist's fundamental societal role.

Answer:

D. It helps establish the fundamental role of the creative artist in society.