Theories of Popular Culture in East Asia
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of structuralism?

  • Structuralism suggests that cultural products are independent of any underlying structure.
  • Structuralism posits that cultural products are solely determined by individual creativity.
  • Structuralism examines systems of culture based on the structure of oppositions. (correct)
  • Structuralism rejects the idea of universal themes or ideologies in mass culture.

    • According to the Kishootenketsu storytelling structure, what does the term "Ten" refer to?

  • The introduction of the story
  • The development of the story
  • The conclusion or resolution of the story
  • The twist or turning point in the story (correct)

    • Which of the following elements is NOT typically associated with role-playing games (RPGs)?

  • Multiplayer competitive mode (correct)
  • Objective
  • Antagonists
  • Protagonist

    • In the context of structuralism, what does the phrase "repetition of a habitual scheme" refer to?

    <p>The use of familiar narrative structures or patterns in cultural products</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the information provided, which of the following statements about the popularity of cultural products is accurate?

    <p>Cultural products are more popular when they conform to universal themes and ideologies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the Kishootenketsu storytelling structure, what does the term "Ketsu" refer to?

    <p>The conclusion or resolution of the story</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the role of antagonists in role-playing games (RPGs)?

    <p>Antagonists serve as the primary driving force behind the protagonist's actions and objectives.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the structuralist perspective, which of the following factors is NOT likely to influence the popularity of cultural products?

    <p>The individual creativity and uniqueness of the product</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of the poem about the daughters of Itoya, what does the line "The daughters of Itoya kill with their eyes" suggest?

    <p>The daughters are metaphorically described as having a piercing or penetrating gaze.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the concept of the "structure of oppositions" in structuralism?

    <p>Cultural products are based on a system of binary oppositions, such as good vs. evil or light vs. dark.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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