Pulp Fiction 101
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What is the significance of the golden age of pulp fiction?

  • It was the era when pulp fiction became widely recognized as a literary genre
  • It introduced the concept of adventure pulps with characters similar to comic book heroes
  • It influenced the creation of iconic comic book characters like Superman and Batman (correct)
  • It marked the beginning of science fiction literature
  • Why were pulp fictions printed in the 20s, 30s, 40s, and the beginning of the 1950s?

  • To cater to the popular demand for adventure and science fiction stories
  • To provide affordable entertainment during the economic depression (correct)
  • To preserve folklore and myths in written form
  • To counter the dominance of traditional literature
  • What audience were pulp fictions targeting during their golden age?

  • Mainly children and young adults
  • A diverse audience including the working class and people from all walks of life (correct)
  • Exclusively the affluent and elite members of society
  • Primarily intellectuals and scholars
  • How did pulp fiction contribute to popularizing science fiction?

    <p>By incorporating futuristic themes and space exploration in its stories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did pulp fiction eventually disappear and how was it considered?

    <p>It faded with the rise of television and was initially considered as low-quality literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

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