Question

The picaresque novel is characterized by the adventures and travels of a roguish but appealing character. Which of the following texts can be cited as an example of the picaresque novel?
(A) The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (1884)
(B) Tom Jones (1749)
(C) Don Quixote (1605)
(D) Moll Flanders (1722)

• A. (A), (B), and (D) only
• B. (A), (B), and (C) only
• C. (A), (C), and (D) only
• D. (B), (C), and (D) only

Hint:

Picaresque novels often feature roguish protagonists, episodic plots, and moral ambiguity, making them distinct from other literary genres.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Don Quixote (C): A foundational picaresque novel known for its episodic adventures.
Moll Flanders (D): A picaresque novel featuring a resourceful and morally ambiguous protagonist.
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn (A): Though often categorized as a bildungsroman, its episodic and roguish elements align it with the picaresque genre.