Question

The narrator's use of 'I' in the given passage is/are :
I have never been any good at the more lurid sort of writing. Psychopathic killers, impotent war-heroes, self-tortured film stars, and seedy espionage agents must exist in the world, but strangely enough I do not come across them, and I prefer to write about the people and places I have known and the lives of those whose paths I have crossed. This crossing of paths makes for stories rather than novels, and although I have worked in both mediums, I am happier being a short-story writer than a novelist.

• A. Self-conscious
• B. Apologetic and regretful
• C. Confessional and communicating
• D. Egotistical and vain

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A, C

The narrator's use of 'I' in the passage is indicative of the narrator's self-awareness and reflective nature. Let us analyze the given options:

• Self-conscious: The narrator is aware of their own limitations and preferences in writing. Phrases like "have never been any good" and "prefer to write about the people and places I have known" suggest self-awareness or self-consciousness.
• Apologetic and regretful: Although the narrator admits to certain preferences and abilities, there is no apology or regret present. The tone is more about acceptance than remorse.
• Confessional and communicating: The narrator openly discusses personal preferences and experiences with the reader. This communicative and confessional approach is evident in statements such as "prefer to write about the people and places I have known" and "makes for stories rather than novels."
• Egotistical and vain: The narrator does not exhibit vanity or egotism. Instead of boasting, the narrative is more about realistic self-assessment.

Therefore, the correct options are:

• Self-conscious
• Confessional and communicating