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Set 2: Central Ideas (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: D

PASSAGE

The following text describes the literary technique 'Stream of Consciousness'. Stream of consciousness is a narrative mode or method that attempts to depict the multitudinous thoughts and feelings which pass through the mind of a narrator. The term was coined by William James in 1890. In literature, it often manifests as a disjointed and non-linear flow of text, mimicking the chaotic nature of human thought, rather than a structured and logical progression of events.

How does 'stream of consciousness' generally appear in literature?

A. As a strictly chronological and logical report of events
B. As a dialogue between two conflicting characters
C. As a disjointed flow reflecting the chaos of thought
D. As a detailed description of the physical setting✓ Correct

Detailed Explanation

Choice C is correct. The text describes it as a 'disjointed and non-linear flow of text, mimicking the chaotic nature of human thought.'

Key Evidence:

• "disjointed and non-linear flow"

• "mimicking the chaotic nature of human thought"

Why others are wrong: A (Opposite (text says 'rather than a structured and logical progression')), B (Not mentioned), D (Not mentioned).

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