Question

question 6 of 10
how does as i lay dying most meet the definition of modernist literature?
a. it celebrates achieving the american dream.
b. it gives a realistic view of the characters thoughts.
c. the characters are reliable narrators.
d. the events are presented in chronological order.

Explanation:

Modernist literature often explores inner thoughts and consciousness, using techniques like stream - of - consciousness. "As I Lay Dying" uses multiple narrators with their own inner thoughts, providing a realistic view of characters' minds. Option A is incorrect as the novel doesn't celebrate the American Dream. Option C is wrong because the narrators in the novel are unreliable. Option D is incorrect as the events are not in chronological order.

Answer:

B. It gives a realistic view of the characters’ thoughts.