In A Portrait of the Artist, what is Stephen's relationship with his Catholic faith ?
Correct answer: C. he is torn between his desire for freedom and his desire to be moral
- A. he is opposed to the Catholic faith for the entire novel
- B. because he has been raised Catholic, he never struggles with his faith
- C. he is torn between his desire for freedom and his desire to be moral
- D. he is committed to priesthood for the entire novel
Explanation
Stephen is caught between the moral discipline of his Catholic upbringing and his wish for artistic and personal freedom. He ultimately rejects the priesthood and seeks independence rather than remaining wholly opposed to religion.
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