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What pen name did William Sydney Porter use for writing?
What pen name did William Sydney Porter use for writing?
- Charles Dickens
- O.Henry (correct)
- Mark Twain
- George Orwell
Which literary movement is O.Henry often categorized as a part of?
Which literary movement is O.Henry often categorized as a part of?
- Romanticism
- Realism (correct)
- Naturalism
- Modernism
What was the main aim of the realism movement in literature?
What was the main aim of the realism movement in literature?
- To avoid depicting everyday concerns in contemporary settings
- To present the real image of all social classes in a true manner (correct)
- To focus on supernatural elements and mystical events
- To promote idealized and perfect characters
What talents did the male and female protagonists in 'A Service of Love' possess?
What talents did the male and female protagonists in 'A Service of Love' possess?
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O. Henry
O. Henry
The pen name used by American short story writer William Sydney Porter.
Realism
Realism
A literary movement that emerged in the 19th century, aiming to depict life realistically and accurately.
Realism's Aim
Realism's Aim
The main aim of the realism movement in literature was to present everyday life and the struggles of different social classes realistically and truthfully.
Protagonists' Talents in 'A Service of Love'
Protagonists' Talents in 'A Service of Love'
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