Question

“This literary mode parallels the flouting of authority and inversion of social hierarchies that, in many cultures, are permitted in a season of … . It does so by introducing a mingling of voices from diverse social levels that are free to mock and subvert authority, to flout social norms by ribaldry, and to exhibit various ways of profaning what is ordinarily regarded as sacrosanct.” The above description explains the concept of ________ .

• A. Magic Realism
• B. Intertextuality
• C. Carnivalesque
• D. Heteroglossia

Hint:

The carnivalesque often portrays a temporary suspension of authority and societal rules, allowing a freer, subversive space for expression.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the carnivalesque.
The term “carnivalesque” refers to a literary concept developed by Mikhail Bakhtin, where the norms of society are upended and the traditional power dynamics are challenged, often through humor, parody, and subversion of authority.

Step 2: Evaluate the options.
- (A) Incorrect: Magic realism involves the incorporation of magical elements into a realistic narrative.
- (B) Incorrect: Intertextuality refers to the shaping of a text’s meaning by referencing or influencing other texts.
- (C) Correct: The description matches the idea of the carnivalesque, where societal norms are mocked and authority is subverted.
- (D) Incorrect: Heteroglossia refers to the presence of multiple voices and perspectives within a text but does not emphasize the subversion of authority as the carnivalesque does.